Amur Leopard – Native to the Russian Far East, this critically endangered species faces habitat loss and poaching, with fewer than 100 individuals remaining in the wild.
Iberian Lynx – Once near extinction, this cat is recovering but still faces threats from habitat destruction and a decline in prey species like rabbits.
Javan Leopard – Found on the Indonesian island of Java, it suffers from habitat loss due to deforestation and is increasingly confined to small fragmented areas.
Snow Leopard – Adapted to cold mountain regions, this elusive cat faces poaching, retaliatory killings, and loss of prey due to human encroachment.
Pallas's Cat – A small wildcat native to the steppes of Central Asia, it is threatened by habitat loss, climate change, and hunting.
Clouded Leopard – Found in Southeast Asia, this species struggles due to habitat destruction, poaching for its fur, and illegal pet trade.
Cheetah – While not endangered yet, the cheetah's population is dwindling due to habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, and a lack of genetic diversity.