There are only about 350 mature leopards left in West Africa, according to the latest regional assessment by the IUCN, the global wildlife conservation authority. Leopards (Panthera pardus) in West ...

South Africa’s new draft leopard conservation strategy aims to balance preservation with cultural use and hunting, despite ...

The post Cape Leopards Are Half the Size — and May Be a New Species appeared first on A-Z Animals. Africa is home to some of the most beautiful big cats, including the leopard. However, there is one ...

South Africans have until 4 October to comment on a national plan for one of the country’s most elusive predators. Leopard ...

There could be fewer leopards living across sub-Saharan Africa than previously believed, according to a new study that has analyzed suitable habitat and conditions. It is hoped that the research, led ...

Researchers working in Benin’s Pendjari National Park reported some promising news for West African leopards: Density rose from 2017 to 2023. West Africa’ leopards are regionally endangered, with just ...

Leopards are adaptable predators found across Africa and Asia in varied habitats. Multiple subspecies face threats from habitat loss, poaching, and human conflict. Conservation efforts include ...

An ice age almost one million years ago led to a meeting between leopards from central and southern Africa that were searching for grassland. New research into the leopards' genetics—their ...

A lone leopard was first spotted roaming a Cape conservation area last year. Now, an entire small group has quietly made the ...

Researchers say the discovery of very high genetic diversity in leopards found in the Highveld region of South Africa has increased the need for conservation efforts to protect leopards in the country ...

Kruger National Park and the leopard study areas -- Study areas -- Physiography -- Seasons -- Flora -- Impact of humans on Kruger National Park -- Study methods and response of leopards to humans -- ...

An ice age almost one million years ago led to a meeting between leopards from central and southern Africa that were searching for grassland. New research into the leopards’ genetics – their ...