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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a cat conservationist? Do you want to trek side by side with our researchers as they explore remote wildernesses to set camera traps or search for signs of wild cats? Or maybe you just want to know the differences between jaguars and leopards. On our blog Field Notes, you can keep up with the latest in cat biology, get a firsthand look at our work studying and protecting wild cats and become a wild cat expert yourself with fun facts and detailed species breakdowns. Just getting started? Read some of our most popular blog posts or search for your favorite cat. With 40 species across five continents, the stories are endless!

Tourists watch a leopard from a parked car in Sabi Sands — © Gareth Whittington-Jones/Panthera

By Panthera · September 14, 2026

What Is Responsible Wildlife Tourism? How Panthera Is Setting the Standard

When wildlife tourism is done ethically, it makes a positive difference for wild cats and people. Panthera works alongside scientists, guides, local communities and conservation partners to make responsible wild cat tourism a reality.

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