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How Jaguars Use Rivers as Their Hunting Grounds

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Jaguars (Panthera onca), the largest big cats in the Americas, are renowned for their powerful build and elusive nature. Their ...

Slow pan of cheetah walking across grassland

How Cheetahs Maintain Their Status as the Fastest Land Animals

Anna Lee

Cheetahs are renowned for their extraordinary speed, often reaching up to 60-70 miles per hour. This incredible feat is made ...

Why Cats Stay Close Without Needing Physical Contact

Why Cats Stay Close Without Needing Physical Contact

Bolarinwa Oladeji

Have you ever caught your cat silently sitting nearby, their eyes half-closed, content just to be in the same room ...

The Impact of Climate Change on Big Cat Prey Species

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Big cats, including lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars, are apex predators that play a crucial role in maintaining the balance ...

The Role of Big Cats in Grassland Habitats

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Grasslands, often referred to as savannas or prairies depending on their location in the world, are ecosystems characterized by vast ...

Panthera Leo Stretching

How Big Cats Adapt to Climate Change

Anna Lee

As global warming accelerates, the natural habitats of many species are being altered, posing significant challenges to their survival. Among ...

Endangered amur leopard drinking river water in green forest

The Role of Genetics in Big Cat Conservation Efforts

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Big cats like lions, tigers, leopards, and cheetahs are among the most iconic species on Earth, but their populations are ...

black Jaguar

The Most Dangerous Big Cats in the Wild

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Introduction to Big Cats Big cats are among the most fascinating and powerful animals on the planet. Found across various ...

How Big Cats Developed Their Iconic Claws

Suhail Ahmed

Big cats, also known as the family Felidae, include some of the most fascinating and well-adapted predators on the planet. ...

Amur tiger hunting in green white cotton grass. Dangerous animal

The Vital Role of Big Cats in Biodiversity Hotspots

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Big cats like tigers, lions, leopards, and jaguars are among the most iconic species on Earth. Beyond their majestic presence, ...