Going, Going, Gone? - Amur leopards are considered critically endangered with fewer than 40 animals remaining in the wild. Poaching for fur, loss of habitat and trophy hunting are the primary reasons for their decline. Penalties for poaching along with captive breeding programs throughout Asia and Europe are helping to protect this rare animal with the hope that safe areas will be established for repopulation. The Species Survival Program breeds these animals in captivity in an effort to prevent extinction of the species.
Brrr! It’s Cold - Amur leopards have several adaptations for surviving in the cold snowy climate in the taiga region. They have beautiful fur that is longer and paler than other leopards that in winter can be up to seven centimeters long! In addition they have long legs to help them move through deep snow in search of prey.
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