Submitted by Sariel007 t3_125mezx in UpliftingNews
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MostlyIncorrect420 t1_jebnldv wrote
Any idea where they're at now? I was hoping it'd be in the article.
thethpunjabi t1_jebovwk wrote
There’s around 120 adults left based on most recent estimates.
MostlyIncorrect420 t1_jebqi6c wrote
Wow thanks, that is a decent increase from 2007 at least!
MostlyIncorrect420 t1_jebqi6o wrote
Wow thanks, that is a decent increase from 2007 at least!
Zephyrous318 t1_je73byl wrote
I needed this today. Love to see it
boomlabs t1_je7kfas wrote
TIL about this leopard species and that it is distinct from the snow leopard (which is not really a leopard). Big cats are just so fascinating.
Jack55555 t1_je8wds5 wrote
If you want to contribute in saving these beautiful creatures, consider donating: https://www.zsl.org/what-we-do/projects/wildcats-conservation-alliance
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UsualAnybody1807 t1_je87bab wrote
Are they going to be freed so they can repopulate?
cturtl808 t1_je8nmwz wrote
Amurs are so endangered, these twins will become part of the SSP (species survival program) and will move to other zoos with Amurs to continue a breeding situation to increase numbers.
MostlyIncorrect420 t1_jebnndc wrote
Cute little endangered squeaky toys
thethpunjabi t1_je6trsf wrote
I remember when their numbers were less than 25 back in 2007. I’m glad to see they’ve bounced back but there’s still a long way to go.