Our mission is to educate, advocate, and inspire action to protect both big and small wild cats across the globe. You will find amazing facts, conservation stories, and ways you can help protect wild cats.
Meet the Wild Cats
Big Cats: Lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars are some of the biggest and most powerful cats in the world. Learn how they live, hunt, and survive in the wild.
List of Big Cats
Small Wild Cats: Did you know that small wild cats make up 80% of all wild cat species? From the elusive sand cat to the secretive black-footed cat, they help maintain healthy and balanced ecosystems.
Small Wild Cats List
Wild Cats in History and Culture
Wild cats have been a big part of human history and culture for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians worshipped cats and even believed they had magical powers, often showing them in their artwork and stories. In many cultures, wild cats appear in myths and folklore, sometimes as fierce warriors, clever tricksters, or guardians of the natural world. Discover how different cultures see these amazing creatures and why they are so important.
Why Wild Cats Need Our Help
Many wild cats are in danger because people are cutting down their forests, hunting them, or taking them from the wild. Learn about the biggest problems they face and what people are doing to protect them. You can even take action by supporting laws that keep big cats safe or helping to protect their homes.
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Our regularly updated blog provides in-depth articles on various wild cat species, conservation success stories, and the latest research findings.
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From our Blog
Traffic Lights are Protecting Spain’s Iberian Lynx
Spain has implemented a new traffic light system to help the endangered Iberian lynx safely cross busy streets. Each year approximately 40 Iberian lynx are killed in traffic accidents. It is the main cause of death for Spain’s lynx population. The new system uses...
World’s Largest Animal Crossing Will Help Save Wild Cat Lives
Last month construction started on a new 210-foot wildlife crossing that will pass over 10 lanes of the 101 freeway in Agoura Hills, California. The crossing is scheduled to be completed in 2025. It will enable mountain lions and other wildlife to move safely between...
November 29, 2021 – International Jaguar Day
November 29th, 2021 is International Jaguar Day, a celebration of the jaguar as a cultural symbol, and the critical role this big cat plays in maintaining a healthy, balanced eco-system. International Jaguar Day is an annual event. It was proposed by attendees of the...
New Plan to Protect Southern California Cougars
Urban sprawl has made life for Southern California cougars increasingly difficult. Now a new study predicts that two cougar populations in the Santa Ana and Santa Monica Mountains may end up becoming extinct within 50 years. Some of the factors contributing to the...