Welcome to the World of Big Cats
Big Cats are one of the most majestic animals on Earth. Here, at Cats in the Wild, we explore the fascinating lives of these creatures, from lions to leopards.
Featured Big Cats
Images of Big Cats
General Overview
Big cats are a group of large felines that are a classification for species such as lions, tigers, leopards, cheetahs, and jaguars. They've adapated to survive in a variety of habitats, such as savannas and rainforests, showing how much they've evolved over the centuries. Big cats are often at the top of the food chain, and play a crucial role in maintaing the balance of the ecosystems they live in, by keeping in check the prey populations. Despite this, many bigs cats are threatened or endangered because of habitat loss, poaching, etc. In order to protect them, conservation efforts are needed to ensure their survival.
Table of Big Cats
| Big Cat | Scientific Name | Habitat |
|---|---|---|
| Lion | Panthera leo | Savannahs, Grasslands |
| Tiger | Panthera tigris | Forests, Grasslands |
| Leopard | Panthera pardus | Forests, Grasslands |
| Cheetah | Acinonyx jubatus | Savannahs, Grasslands |
| Jaguar | Panthera onca | Rainforests, Grasslands |