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Amur leopards (Panthera pardus orientalis) are one of the most endangered cats in the world. There are thought to be only 30-35 in the wild today.
Edinburgh Zoo has 2 in captivity, and this series of 4 shots were all taken there on Wednesday. Shot through the glass with the lens touching it to avoid reflections.
I'm no natural history photographer, or cat lover (they make me sneeze) but cannot deny the beauty of this big cat.
| Camera: | Nikon D3s  Check out Nikon Nation! |
| Lens: | Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 |
| Recording media: | RAW (digital) |
| Title: | Amur Leopard |
| Username: | 
kilo363 |
| Uploaded: | 4 Nov 2010 - 8:12 PM |
| Tags: | Amur leopard edinburgh zoo endangered, Pets / captive animals, Wildlife / nature |
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I agree with you and these are fantastic shots, I love to see these amazing creatures but hate the idea that they have been taken from there from there natural habitat 9or born in captivity), I understand that the preservation of these animals is critical and they are cared for and protected by the best people.
Thanks all.
Nathan, I think they were bred in captivity. I can see the point in trying to preserve the species, although ideally they would be wild. With a wild population of only 35, something has to be done. From the web site they are eventually going to be moved to the Highland wildlife park which will provide them with more space.
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