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Field Notes Blog

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!

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By Andrew Stratton · April 13, 2026

 Why Field Skills Matter in Wild Cat Conservation 

Conservation of elusive wild cats requires field skills like tracking, wilderness survival, and naturalist expertise. Andrew Stratton, senior tracker and project coordinator for Panthera’s Olympic Cougar Project, highlights how his team’s certifications, field experience, and knowledge of animal signs drive meaningful conservation outcomes. 

Clouded leopard camera trap.
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By Wai-Ming Wong, Ph.D. · October 30, 2018

Panthera's Small Cats Program

Tigre with ball
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By Stephanny Arroyo Arce · October 26, 2018

What's That Smell?

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By Eric McNeill, M.Sc. · October 9, 2018

Land of Tigers and Rhinos

Amazing camera trap image
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By James Tyrrell · September 14, 2018

The Most Incredible Camera Trap Leopard Photo Ever?

Leopard
©CRAIG TAYLOR

By Johanna Taylor · September 4, 2018

Lions Have Manes; Leopards Have…Dewlaps?

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