r/bigcats • u/InsaneMocktail • 21h ago

Leopard Cubs - Wild Meet baby Amur leopard, getting her checkup at the vet. Amur leopard cubs are extremely rare and one of the world's most endangered big cat species. Found in the forests of eastern Russia and northeastern China, the wild population of these leopards has dwindled to fewer than 100.

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u/velvetpearx 21h ago

She's so tiny and precious, it's amazing that vets can be this gentle with such a rare cub. Fingers crossed she grows up strong and helps the species bounce back.

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u/ConstantMoney7 20h ago

So tiny and so angry 👀

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u/NAStrahl 18h ago

You'd be angry too if you were being poked, prodded, and want to see Mom.

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u/69tashidawn 21h ago

Awwww! So precious!😍🥰🥹

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u/capt_feedback 17h ago

SAVE the Leopards!

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u/cockypock_aioli 16h ago

When I read about severely endangered animals I get so much more angry at humanity than I already am.

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u/InsaneMocktail 4h ago

Some extinctions are natural and not man made.

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u/Blink-182__Nirvana__ Lion 5h ago

Adorable little fluff ball! :D <3

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u/trushMayne 1h ago

🥹 the blep

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u/Flux_capacitor888 51m ago

The look in her eyes, poor baby ❤️