A rare clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa) — one of Southeast Asia’s most elusive wild cats — has been captured on camera in Cambodia, offering a rare glimpse of a species few ever see in the wild. Known for their distinctive cloud-shaped markings and extraordinary climbing skills, clouded leopards are classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. They are stealthy, tree-dwelling hunters that move silently through dense forests — which makes each sighting, especially by camera trap, scientifica

The clouded leopard is a rare and elusive wild cat found in the forests of Southeast Asia. It’s known for its beautiful, cloud-like spots, long tail, and large, sharp teeth—some of the largest in proportion to its skull among all cats. Despite its name, it’s not a true leopard, but a unique species with climbing skills so impressive it can hang upside down from branches. Solitary and mostly nocturnal, the clouded leopard is a quiet forest hunter that’s sadly endangered due to habitat loss and po

Rakhan the 9-month-old clouded leopard cub explored the Cats of the Canopy habitat for the first time yesterday. Clouded leopards are fantastic climbers! Rakhan now weighs 30 pounds and is very playful and loves to explore. 📷: Keepers Piper & Shannon | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium