Fun Facts

Listed Below are some cool facts about Amur Leopards.

  • Amur Leopards have been listed as CR (critically endangered since 1996.
  • There are only about 100 Amur Leopards in the wild, and most of the Amur Leopards are found in Russia.
  • Amur Leopards have spot patterns that closely relate to fingerprints – just like us!
  • Unlike most big cats, Amur leopards can climb trees.
  • Amur Leopards can run at speeds of up to 37 mph (miles per hour).
  • Amur Leopards have territories between 19-116 square miles.
  • A talent that many cats do not have, is swimming in the water. Amur Leopards are an exception ; they are excellent swimmers.
  • Thanks to humanitarian efforts, the population of Amur Leopards are growing.
In this image, a Amur Leopard is chasing after its prey, running at about 37 mph. Photo curtesy of peakpx.com