Amur Leopard

Panthera pardus orientalis

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Carnivora · Felidae

About

The Amur leopard is a leopard subspecies native to the Primorye region of southeastern Russia and northern China. It is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, as in 2007, only 19–26 wild leopards were estimated to survive in southeastern Russia and northeastern China.

Fun Fact

Fewer than 100 Amur leopards survive in the wild, making them the rarest big cat on Earth — but intensive conservation in the Russian Far East has doubled their numbers since 2007.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Temperate forests

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

10-15 years

Threats

Illegal Logging
Wildfire
Genetic Bottleneck
Illegal Wildlife Trade

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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