BBC World Service – Discovery, Tooth and Claw: Leopards

An elusive big cat known for its tree climbing abilities. This master of camouflage, found from the south of Africa to the far east of Asia, stalks and ambushes its prey!

Investigating an elusive big cat known for its excellent tree climbing abilities – the leopard! This master of camouflage is found from the south of Africa to the far east of Asia – a spotted predator that stalks and ambushes its prey!

Presenter Adam Hart will investigate their relationships with tigers and lions, as well as learning about a recent discovery that leopards each have their own unique roar. He’ll also discuss the future of the Arabian leopard and the potential for a reintroduction to Saudi Arabia, and find out about the role of synthetic fur capes known as ‘Heritage Furs’ in leopard conservation.

Contributors:

Dr. Gareth Mann, who is based in South Africa, is Leopard Program Director for Panthera, the global wild cat conservation organisation.

Dr. Charlotte Searle, postdoctoral researcher and conservationist based in Tanzania, who is associated with the Wildlife Conservation Research Unit at the University of Oxford.

Presenter: Professor Adam Hart
Producer: Jonathan Blackwell

Photo: Leopard in tree
Credit: Valentin Wolf via Getty Images

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