Where does the Amur leopard live?
The Amur leopard lives in south-eastern Russia, in the Primorye region, and in north-eastern China. Its name comes from the Amur River. In the Russian Far East it now occupies about 7,000 km². It inhabits broadleaved and conifer forests at 600 to 1,200 m. Some cross the border between Russia and China over the Tumen River, despite a high wire fence.
What does the Amur leopard eat?
Like other leopards, it lives alone, unless a female has cubs. Camera-trap records show it is more active by day than by night, and also at dawn and dusk, which matches the activity of its prey, such as Siberian roe deer, Manchurian sika deer and Ussuri wild boar.
Is the Amur leopard endangered?
Yes: it is listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN. In 2007, only 19 to 26 wild leopards were estimated to survive in south-eastern Russia and north-eastern China. By 2015, fewer than 60 were counted, and in 2023 the population was thought to be 128–130 sub-adults and adults.
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