Roger Tabor's Fitzroy Square feral cat study, early days of TNR & @feralbecky See: news.alleycat.org/2015/08/20…

At Dudhwa a tiger can disappear from sight viewed through the elephant grass over a very short distance

#Ladakh has approved the establishment of the Snow Leopard and High-Altitude Nature Conservation Society (SHAN), a dedicated institutional mechanism aimed at conserving snow leopards, associated wildlife, alpine flora, wetlands, and other fragile mountain ecosystems through science-based and community-led approaches. #IBCA warmly welcomes this significant initiative, which reinforces the importance of landscape-level conservation, community stewardship, and sustainable livelihoods in safeguarding the Trans-Himalayan region. Such collaborative efforts will contribute meaningfully to the long-term conservation of the #SnowLeopard and enhance the resilience of high-altitude ecosystems. #BigCatConservation #IBCAForBigCats #Ladakh More at: deccanchronicle.com/nation/l… @moefcc @byadavbjp @SPYadavIFS @KVSinghMPGonda @WWFINDIA @SnowLeopardNet @snowleopards @IUCN @UNEP @UNDP_India @PantheraCats @ncfindia @wii_india @NationalBiodiv

This is a very interesting documentation, a snow leopard retreats into the boulders to avoid a dog pack. For a solitary predator, even a minor injury means starvation; avoiding conflict is survival. But this standoff isn't entirely natural. It starts with our trash. Unmanaged garbage dumps down in the valleys provide an endless food source, artificially multiplying stray dog populations until they spill over into high-altitude ecosystems. The Snow Leopard's retreat is smart risk management, but it shows a growing crisis: how we manage waste below and above directly dictates who and how survives in the ecosystems. VC: Amish Patel ​#SnowLeopard #WasteManagement #WildlifeConservation #Sustainability

Yesterday was International Lynx Day! Join us in celebrating all four incredible species of lynx, the Canada, Iberian, Eurasian, and Bobcat, and the vital roles they play in ecosystems.

A stunning leopard photographed at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park which straddles the border between SA and Botswana. Credit to Yves Strybos Wildlife Photography

Costa Rica has outlawed recreational hunting, solidifying its role as a worldwide leader in animal protection and a safe haven for the remarkable 5% of global biodiversity it hosts. Home to an astonishing proportion of Earth's plant and animal species, Costa Rica stands as one of the planet's most vital biodiversity hotspots. Yet this extraordinary natural heritage faces ongoing threats from human activities—including unsustainable wildlife tourism, illegal wildlife trade, domestic animal neglect, and organized animal fighting. As encounters between people and wildlife grow more frequent, the country's fragile ecosystems require proactive safeguards to protect their most vulnerable residents. Costa Rica has responded with groundbreaking animal welfare laws that reflect a deep national commitment to conservation. Building on its landmark 2012 nationwide ban on sport and trophy hunting, the country introduced stringent anti-trafficking measures in 2017 to combat poaching and biodiversity loss. By imposing mandatory prison sentences for animal cruelty and creating a national registry of offenders, Costa Rica demonstrates that effective conservation demands strong legal enforcement alongside widespread societal resolve to safeguard all living beings within its borders.

Education promotes coexistence! With little known about the status of marbled cats, camera trap studies in the remote regions of the Eastern Himalayas provided key insights into this species' behavior and threats. Learn more: india.mongabay.com/2026/06/c… (1/3)

Portraits of the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland! Since 2023, the CRCC has been the primary intake point for #cheetahs rescued from the illegal wildlife trade. Today, the CRCC rehabilitates for #cats of all ages, from young cubs to seniors. Want to learn more? Visit cheetah.org

Small wild cat species are understudied relative to big cats, yet they also provide beneficial ecosystem services. In India, caracals help regulate prey populations and reduce the spread of disease. However, there is still a lack of data on this population.

One of the earliest cat photos in history, 1880.

The famous stray cats of Istanbul 🇹🇷, a city renowned for its large feline population, estimated at over 125,000... Cats have been part of the city’s history for centuries — they are integrated into almost every part of city life, from mosques and university classrooms to public transit. The locals fiercely love and care for these animals, ensuring they are well-fed and providing them with shelters throughout the city. © Reddit

Tigers change in their hunting tactics according to the situation, sometimes, when hunting small prey, tigers modify their mechanics by bypassing the classic paw-pinning phase. Instead of wrestling, the predator drops its center of gravity into a low, high-speed sliding tackle, intercepting the target jaw-first at ground level. This momentum allows the tiger to lift the prey instantly, reducing escape opportunities. Immediately following the catch, the bigcat enters a total freeze. Standing still, to filter out its own noise to audit forest alarm calls, checking if the commotion attracted competing predators. VC: naturesafariindia  ​#BehavioralEcology ​#WildlifeBiology #nature #wildlife #tiger

With its striking black-tufted ears and silent movement, the caracal remains one of India’s most elusive wild cats. #worldcaracalday #Caracal #wildlifeconservation #RajasthanForestDepartment #BiodiversityConservation #grasslandconservation

We often go to the jungle, and our only purpose is to see the tiger there. But if our objective shifts from just seeing a tiger to experiencing the beauty of nature in a peaceful environment, then we will truly fall in love with this nature. And only then will we be able to do something good for it. In this photo, this is “RAA” tigress who rules over a very small portion of the beautiful Bandhavgarh jungle. However, the jungle behind her is what makes this tigress look so beautiful. If you understood what I’m trying to say, great! And if not, feel free to comment. I’ll explain it to you. #tigerinwild #forestconservation #enviornmentattraction #meettosoul #bigcatprotection

Dodger, a clever ginger Cat from England He became a local celebrity after his owner discovered he had been regularly riding public buses on his own sometimes even taking a 10 mile round trip. Drivers began recognizing him, offering him food, and even knowing exactly which stop to let him off at, while passengers happily let him curl up on their laps like a seasoned commuter

Happy International Day for Biodiversity! Biodiversity is key to ecosystem health, and wild cats provide valuable ecosystem services, contributing to that health. As carnivores, they help keep ecosystems balanced by preying on herbivores, which reduces the spread of disease-

Amazing, but it’s a cat hole not a cat flap, that came later.

In a huge relief for forest officials, missing tigress Hirkani was finally spotted safe and healthy inside the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve through fresh camera trap images after days of uncertainty over her whereabouts. While the tigress appeared strong and active, officials noticed her GPS collar was missing. Authorities suspect it either fell off because of a technical issue or was removed by Hirkani herself. ✍🏻: @ranjeetnature

In an interview with Telegraph, Hon’ble Minister of EF&CC Shri @byadavbjp highlighted the ecological importance of the Sundarbans Tiger Reserve and the need for stronger conservation efforts to protect the Royal Bengal Tiger ecosystem. He also emphasized the role of responsible eco-tourism, community participation, and global cooperation through the #IBCASummit2026 in strengthening long-term conservation of big cats and their habitats. Read More at: telegraphindia.com/west-beng… #SaveBigcats #SaveEcosystem #SaveHumanity

Did you know that Tigers4Ever is restoring lost habitat for wild #Tigers? Read our latest project report on the challenges faced to ensure that migrating #Tigers will have somewhere to go globalgiving.org/projects/wi…