Providing a future for some of the most beautiful and endangered cats in the world. Home to over 50 cats including African Lions, Sumatran Tigers, Jaguars, Amur Leopards and Snow Leopards to name just a few. They are located in the heart of the Kent countryside in the UK. The 32 acre plot began as a refuge for big cats that had been rescued from less than desirable homes, the site has now become a sanctuary and breeding centre that takes a personal approach to their wildlife residents.
With progressively more involvement in both fundraising and supporting conservation initiatives at The Big Cat Sanctuary, they also contribute to in-situ conservation projects around the globe. By securing a future for both big and small cats they are conserving and restoring the balance of the ecosystem in which predators play such a vital role. In doing this they are saving not just isolated species but our entire natural world.
And help to raise awareness for big cat conservation
The key issues for cats around the globe are that they are victims of habitat loss and degeneration as well as conflicts with humans and the illegal wildlife trade. The aim is to reduce human/wildlife conflict - by pioneering and utilising various conservation techniques and strategies.
To find out more about the work that they do and have a look at the tours and experiences which they offer then please do visit their page.
The pictures of the beautiful Snow Leopard, Tiger and Black Jaguar have all Been taken by Alma Leaper who is the lead photographer at the Big Cat Sanctuary. Visit Almas website here to find out more about the work which she does.
Other Photography Credits - Fern Leaves - Elias Tigiser.
All other big cat pictures are me!