International Clouded Leopard Day
August 4 · Level 9 · #425 of 2238
The clouded leopard is a rare, secretive cat of the forests of Southeast Asia. This day puts it in the spotlight to draw attention to logging and poaching, which have pushed the species towards the edge.
How it is celebrated: zoos and conservation groups explain how the cat lives, host talks and raise money to protect its forests. Online, people share facts and photos of this spotted climber.
The clouded leopard has the longest canine teeth relative to skull size of any living cat, and it can climb down tree trunks head first, holding on with its hind feet.