International leopard day – 3 may.

May 3rd marks the International Leopard Day, a day dedicated to the conservation and awareness of one of the most elusive and fascinating big cats on our planet. Leopards are members of the cat family, and they are found in Asia, sub-Saharan Africa, Southern Russia, and the Indian subcontinent. 

These majestic animals are known for their striking beauty and grace, but they are facing an uncertain future due to various threats to their population. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has listed leopards as “near threatened” on their Red List of Threatened Species, which means that their population is declining rapidly.

One of the main reasons for the decline in leopard population is habitat loss. As human populations continue to grow, the natural habitats of leopards are being destroyed to make way for agriculture, urbanization, and other human activities. This habitat loss also leads to a decrease in the leopard’s prey, which makes it harder for them to survive.

Another significant threat to the leopard population is poaching. Leopards are often hunted for their skin, which is used for fashion, and their body parts, which are believed to have medicinal properties in some cultures. Trophy hunting is also a significant issue, where people pay large sums of money to hunt leopards for sport. 

To raise awareness about the plight of leopards and their conservation, International Leopard Day was established. The day serves as a reminder that we need to take action to protect these beautiful creatures and their habitat. It is a time to educate people about the threats to the leopard population and what we can do to help.

“Here are some ways you can celebrate International Leopard Day:“