TheAmur leopardis an elusive animal that is, unfortunately, critically endangered.
This is because, in 2007, reports had their population numbers between just 19 and 26.
So, how can we bring this species back from the brink of extinction?
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Organizations like theWildcats Conservation Allianceuse multiple strategies to grow the population.
Their hope is that by getting the community and government involved, they can help save this fascinating animal.
Currently, there are more Amur leopards located in captivityaround 173 as of 2011than in the wild.
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Living in Far East Russia and northern Russia, the Amur leopard is critically endangered.
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