Amur Leopard
The Amur leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis) is a leopard subspecies native to the Primorye region of southeastern Russia and Jilin Province of northeast China, and is classified as Critically Endangered since 1996 by IUCN. Only 14–20 adults and 5–6 cubs were counted in a census in 2007, with a total of 19–26 Amur leopards extant in the wild. The Amur leopard is also known as the Far Eastern leopard.
Amur leopards differ from other subspecies by a thick coat of spot covered fur. They show the strongest and most consistent divergence in pattern. Leopards from the Amur river basin, the mountains of north-eastern China and the Korean peninsula have pale cream-colored coats, particularly in winter. Rosettes on the flanks are 5 cm × 5 cm (2.0 in × 2.0 in) and widely spaced, up to 2.5 cm (0.98 in), with thick, unbroken rings and darkened centers.[3]
Their coat is fairly soft with long and dense hair. The winter coat varies from fairly light yellow to dense yellowish-red with a golden tinge or rusty-reddish-yellow. The summer pelage is brighter with more vivid coloration pattern. Compared with other leopard subspecies, they are rather small in size, with males bigger than females. Males measure from 107 to 136 cm (42 to 54 in) with a 82 to 90 cm (32 to 35 in) long tail, a shoulder height of 64 to 78 cm (25 to 31 in) and a weight of 32.2–48 kg (71–106 lb). Females weigh from 25–42.5 kg (55–94 lb).
- Thick fur and large spots differentiate them from the other 9 subspecies of leopards.
- Only about 70 left in the wild. There are actually more Amur leopards in zoos than in the wild.
- Major reason for their declining numbers in deforestation.
- In cold climates around Russian and Northeastern China around the Amur River.
The Amur leopard is the only leopard subspecies adapted to a cold snowy climate.
Amur leopards used to be found in northeast asia, probably in the south to Peking, and the Korean Peninsula. In the mid 20th century, their distribution in Russia was limited to the far south of the Ussuri region. The northern boundary commenced on the coast of the Sea of Japan at 44°N and ran south at a distance of 15–30 km (9.3–18.6 mi) from the coast to 43°10’N. There it turned steeply westward, north of the Suchan basin, then north to encompass the source of the Ussuri River and two right bank tributaries in the upper reaches of the Ussuri. There the boundary turned westward toward the bank of Khanka Lake. In the 1950s, leopards were observed 50 km (31 mi) north of Vladivostok and in Kedrovaya Pad Nature Reserve. The association of Amur leopards with mountains is fairly definite. They are confined more to places where wild sika deer live or where deer husbandry is practiced. In winter they keep to snow-free rocky slopes facing south.
In the 1970s, the Russian population had fragmented into three separate, small populations. After the turn of the century, the only remaining population is that of southwest Primorye, where the population inhabits an area of approximately 3,000 km2 (1,200 sq mi) along the borders with China and North Korea.
Leopards cross between Russia, China and North Korea across the Tumen River despite a high and long wire fence marking the boundary. Ecological conditions along the border in the mountains are not yet monitored.
In China, Amur leopards were photographed by camera traps in Wangqing and Hunchun, east Jilin Province, China. The only official North Korean government webportal reported in 2009 that there were some leopards in Myohyangsan Nature Reserve located in Hyangsan County. It is likely the southernmost living group of Amur leopard.
Amur leopards hunt a very wide variety of animals including roe deer, sika deer, badgers and hares. Amur leopards normally hunt at night and need large territories to avoid competition for prey. They silently watch their prey and ambush them using a burst of energy reaching speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. They then carry and hide unfinished kills, sometimes up trees, so that they are not taken by other predator.
Amur Leopard
The Amur leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis) is a leopard subspecies native to the Primorye region of southeastern Russia and Jilin Province of northeast China, and is classified as Critically Endangered since 1996 by IUCN. Only 14–20 adults and 5–6 cubs were counted in a census in 2007, with a total of 19–26 Amur leopards extant in the wild. The Amur leopard is also known as the Far Eastern leopard.
Amur leopards differ from other subspecies by a thick coat of spot covered fur. They show the strongest and most consistent divergence in pattern. Leopards from the Amur river basin, the mountains of north-eastern China and the Korean peninsula have pale cream-colored coats, particularly in winter. Rosettes on the flanks are 5 cm × 5 cm (2.0 in × 2.0 in) and widely spaced, up to 2.5 cm (0.98 in), with thick, unbroken rings and darkened centers.[3]
Their coat is fairly soft with long and dense hair. The winter coat varies from fairly light yellow to dense yellowish-red with a golden tinge or rusty-reddish-yellow. The summer pelage is brighter with more vivid coloration pattern. Compared with other leopard subspecies, they are rather small in size, with males bigger than females. Males measure from 107 to 136 cm (42 to 54 in) with a 82 to 90 cm (32 to 35 in) long tail, a shoulder height of 64 to 78 cm (25 to 31 in) and a weight of 32.2–48 kg (71–106 lb). Females weigh from 25–42.5 kg (55–94 lb).
- Thick fur and large spots differentiate them from the other 9 subspecies of leopards.
- Only about 70 left in the wild. There are actually more Amur leopards in zoos than in the wild.
- Major reason for their declining numbers in deforestation.
- In cold climates around Russian and Northeastern China around the Amur River.
The Amur leopard is the only leopard subspecies adapted to a cold snowy climate.
Amur leopards used to be found in northeast asia, probably in the south to Peking, and the Korean Peninsula. In the mid 20th century, their distribution in Russia was limited to the far south of the Ussuri region. The northern boundary commenced on the coast of the Sea of Japan at 44°N and ran south at a distance of 15–30 km (9.3–18.6 mi) from the coast to 43°10’N. There it turned steeply westward, north of the Suchan basin, then north to encompass the source of the Ussuri River and two right bank tributaries in the upper reaches of the Ussuri. There the boundary turned westward toward the bank of Khanka Lake. In the 1950s, leopards were observed 50 km (31 mi) north of Vladivostok and in Kedrovaya Pad Nature Reserve. The association of Amur leopards with mountains is fairly definite. They are confined more to places where wild sika deer live or where deer husbandry is practiced. In winter they keep to snow-free rocky slopes facing south.
In the 1970s, the Russian population had fragmented into three separate, small populations. After the turn of the century, the only remaining population is that of southwest Primorye, where the population inhabits an area of approximately 3,000 km2 (1,200 sq mi) along the borders with China and North Korea.
Leopards cross between Russia, China and North Korea across the Tumen River despite a high and long wire fence marking the boundary. Ecological conditions along the border in the mountains are not yet monitored.
In China, Amur leopards were photographed by camera traps in Wangqing and Hunchun, east Jilin Province, China. The only official North Korean government webportal reported in 2009 that there were some leopards in Myohyangsan Nature Reserve located in Hyangsan County. It is likely the southernmost living group of Amur leopard.
Amur leopards hunt a very wide variety of animals including roe deer, sika deer, badgers and hares. Amur leopards normally hunt at night and need large territories to avoid competition for prey. They silently watch their prey and ambush them using a burst of energy reaching speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. They then carry and hide unfinished kills, sometimes up trees, so that they are not taken by other predator.
Amur Leopard
The Amur leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis) is a leopard subspecies native to the Primorye region of southeastern Russia and Jilin Province of northeast China, and is classified as Critically Endangered since 1996 by IUCN. Only 14–20 adults and 5–6 cubs were counted in a census in 2007, with a total of 19–26 Amur leopards extant in the wild. The Amur leopard is also known as the Far Eastern leopard.
Amur leopards differ from other subspecies by a thick coat of spot covered fur. They show the strongest and most consistent divergence in pattern. Leopards from the Amur river basin, the mountains of north-eastern China and the Korean peninsula have pale cream-colored coats, particularly in winter. Rosettes on the flanks are 5 cm × 5 cm (2.0 in × 2.0 in) and widely spaced, up to 2.5 cm (0.98 in), with thick, unbroken rings and darkened centers.[3]
Their coat is fairly soft with long and dense hair. The winter coat varies from fairly light yellow to dense yellowish-red with a golden tinge or rusty-reddish-yellow. The summer pelage is brighter with more vivid coloration pattern. Compared with other leopard subspecies, they are rather small in size, with males bigger than females. Males measure from 107 to 136 cm (42 to 54 in) with a 82 to 90 cm (32 to 35 in) long tail, a shoulder height of 64 to 78 cm (25 to 31 in) and a weight of 32.2–48 kg (71–106 lb). Females weigh from 25–42.5 kg (55–94 lb).
- Thick fur and large spots differentiate them from the other 9 subspecies of leopards.
- Only about 70 left in the wild. There are actually more Amur leopards in zoos than in the wild.
- Major reason for their declining numbers in deforestation.
- In cold climates around Russian and Northeastern China around the Amur River.
The Amur leopard is the only leopard subspecies adapted to a cold snowy climate.
Amur leopards used to be found in northeast asia, probably in the south to Peking, and the Korean Peninsula. In the mid 20th century, their distribution in Russia was limited to the far south of the Ussuri region. The northern boundary commenced on the coast of the Sea of Japan at 44°N and ran south at a distance of 15–30 km (9.3–18.6 mi) from the coast to 43°10’N. There it turned steeply westward, north of the Suchan basin, then north to encompass the source of the Ussuri River and two right bank tributaries in the upper reaches of the Ussuri. There the boundary turned westward toward the bank of Khanka Lake. In the 1950s, leopards were observed 50 km (31 mi) north of Vladivostok and in Kedrovaya Pad Nature Reserve. The association of Amur leopards with mountains is fairly definite. They are confined more to places where wild sika deer live or where deer husbandry is practiced. In winter they keep to snow-free rocky slopes facing south.
In the 1970s, the Russian population had fragmented into three separate, small populations. After the turn of the century, the only remaining population is that of southwest Primorye, where the population inhabits an area of approximately 3,000 km2 (1,200 sq mi) along the borders with China and North Korea.
Leopards cross between Russia, China and North Korea across the Tumen River despite a high and long wire fence marking the boundary. Ecological conditions along the border in the mountains are not yet monitored.
In China, Amur leopards were photographed by camera traps in Wangqing and Hunchun, east Jilin Province, China. The only official North Korean government webportal reported in 2009 that there were some leopards in Myohyangsan Nature Reserve located in Hyangsan County. It is likely the southernmost living group of Amur leopard.
Amur leopards hunt a very wide variety of animals including roe deer, sika deer, badgers and hares. Amur leopards normally hunt at night and need large territories to avoid competition for prey. They silently watch their prey and ambush them using a burst of energy reaching speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. They then carry and hide unfinished kills, sometimes up trees, so that they are not taken by other predator.
ZWF Tour Details
Important, Need-To-Know Information About Our ToursEncounter our animal ambassadors for a once in a lifetime experience!
- Our tours are conducted Monday through Sunday between 8:30 am – 6:00 pm* (BY RESERVATION ONLY).
- Office hours are Monday through Sunday between 8:30 am – 6:00 pm.
- All tours must be pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance.
- All packages are transferable upon request.
- All photos taken during the photo opportunity & encounter packages are to be taken with guest cameras.
- Only minors of 17 years of age may take a tour without any adult supervision. In order to take the tour, they will need to present a waiver signed by their legal guardian/parent along with a valid photo ID. If you need a waiver, please contact us via email or by phone.
- Children under 17 years old must be accompanied by a paying parent or legal guardian at all times.
- For some animal encounters and photo opportunities, children’s minimum age requirements are subject to change based on the age and growth of our felines and other animals
- Please be advised that there will be a late fee added for those that are late for their scheduled tour. The charge is $15.00 per reservation.
- All tours must be reserved in advanced and require completed releases and waivers.
-
The animals we offer for interaction vary on their health & character at the time of the encounter. All animal encounters are available for a limited time due to the size or temperament of the animal.
- Any guests that purchase their tickets with a credit or debit card will need to show their driver's license/ state identification card and credit card for proof of purchase. If you purchase tickets as a gift for another guest you will need to email this information to our booking office to transfer the purchase. If purchase is made with cash we do not need proof of identification.
- Guests must provide a valid driver’s license (or identification) upon arrival at the facility. The name on the ID must match the invoice/reservation name. Guests will not be allowed to attend their tour without a valid id. Please contact 305-969-3696 with any questions.
- 20% discount for: Senior citizens, healthcare providers, law enforcement, firefighters, military veterans & on active duty, college students & people with disabilities. Please call the office for booking. This discount cannot be combined with any other offers. DISCOUNT DOES NOT APPLY TO GENERAL WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE.
-
No refunds! All activities are final sale.
-
If for any reason the client decides to cancel their scheduled activity, we will always proceed to issue a CERTIFICATE with the total amount paid available to be used at any time that the client wishes.
-
All proceeds from the activities at the park is what allow us to provide guests with this wonderful experience and the care of all our wild animal friends.
-
Please Note: some animals may not be available do to their size and temperament at the time of your visit. If there is a specific animal encounter you scheduled your visit around, please call our booking office at 305-969-3696 to check their status before scheduling your visit.
Blackout dates apply for all Book Anytime, Any Day activities. Please see below for the list of blackout dates.
- Halloween (10/31)
- Veterans Day (11/12)
- Thanksgiving (11/24)
- Christmas Eve (12/24)
- Christmas Day (12/25)
- New Years Eve (12/31)
- New Years Day (1/1)
- Valentine's Day (2/14)
- St. Patrick's Day (3/17)
- Easter Sunday
- Easter Day
- Mother's Day
- Memorial Day
- Father's Day
- Independence Day (7/4)
- Labor Day
CHRISTMAS EVE: DEC 24, 2022
Office schedule: 8:30am-2:00pm.
December 24th 8:30am- 2pm (9am being the first tour and 2:00pm being our last tour of the day).
CLOSED on Sunday December 25, 2022
RESUME normal operating hours on Monday December 26, 2022
NEW YEAR’S EVE: DEC 31, 2022
Office schedule: 8:30am-2:00pm
December 31st: 8:30am-3:00pm (9am being the first tour and 2:00pm being our last tour of the day).
NEW YEAR’S DAY: JAN 1, 2022
Office schedule: 11:00am-5:00pm.
January 1st: 12:00pm-6:00pm (12pm being the first tour and 5pm being our last tour of the day).
ZWF Tour Details
Important, Need-To-Know Information About Our ToursEncounter our animal ambassadors for a once in a lifetime experience!
- Our tours are conducted Monday through Sunday between 8:30 am – 6:00 pm* (BY RESERVATION ONLY).
- Office hours are Monday through Sunday between 8:30 am – 6:00 pm.
- All tours must be pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance.
- All packages are transferable upon request.
- All photos taken during the photo opportunity & encounter packages are to be taken with guest cameras.
- Only minors of 17 years of age may take a tour without any adult supervision. In order to take the tour, they will need to present a waiver signed by their legal guardian/parent along with a valid photo ID. If you need a waiver, please contact us via email or by phone.
- Children under 17 years old must be accompanied by a paying parent or legal guardian at all times.
- For some animal encounters and photo opportunities, children’s minimum age requirements are subject to change based on the age and growth of our felines and other animals
- Please be advised that there will be a late fee added for those that are late for their scheduled tour. The charge is $15.00 per reservation.
- All tours must be reserved in advanced and require completed releases and waivers.
-
The animals we offer for interaction vary on their health & character at the time of the encounter. All animal encounters are available for a limited time due to the size or temperament of the animal.
- Any guests that purchase their tickets with a credit or debit card will need to show their driver's license/ state identification card and credit card for proof of purchase. If you purchase tickets as a gift for another guest you will need to email this information to our booking office to transfer the purchase. If purchase is made with cash we do not need proof of identification.
- Guests must provide a valid driver’s license (or identification) upon arrival at the facility. The name on the ID must match the invoice/reservation name. Guests will not be allowed to attend their tour without a valid id. Please contact 305-969-3696 with any questions.
- 20% discount for: Senior citizens, healthcare providers, law enforcement, firefighters, military veterans & on active duty, college students & people with disabilities. Please call the office for booking. This discount cannot be combined with any other offers. DISCOUNT DOES NOT APPLY TO GENERAL WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE.
-
No refunds! All activities are final sale.
-
If for any reason the client decides to cancel their scheduled activity, we will always proceed to issue a CERTIFICATE with the total amount paid available to be used at any time that the client wishes.
-
All proceeds from the activities at the park is what allow us to provide guests with this wonderful experience and the care of all our wild animal friends.
-
Please Note: some animals may not be available do to their size and temperament at the time of your visit. If there is a specific animal encounter you scheduled your visit around, please call our booking office at 305-969-3696 to check their status before scheduling your visit.
Blackout dates apply for all Book Anytime, Any Day activities. Please see below for the list of blackout dates.
- Halloween (10/31)
- Veterans Day (11/12)
- Thanksgiving (11/24)
- Christmas Eve (12/24)
- Christmas Day (12/25)
- New Years Eve (12/31)
- New Years Day (1/1)
- Valentine's Day (2/14)
- St. Patrick's Day (3/17)
- Easter Sunday
- Easter Day
- Mother's Day
- Memorial Day
- Father's Day
- Independence Day (7/4)
- Labor Day
CHRISTMAS EVE: DEC 24, 2022
Office schedule: 8:30am-2:00pm.
December 24th 8:30am- 2pm (9am being the first tour and 2:00pm being our last tour of the day).
CLOSED on Sunday December 25, 2022
RESUME normal operating hours on Monday December 26, 2022
NEW YEAR’S EVE: DEC 31, 2022
Office schedule: 8:30am-2:00pm
December 31st: 8:30am-3:00pm (9am being the first tour and 2:00pm being our last tour of the day).
NEW YEAR’S DAY: JAN 1, 2022
Office schedule: 11:00am-5:00pm.
January 1st: 12:00pm-6:00pm (12pm being the first tour and 5pm being our last tour of the day).
ZWF Tour Details
Important, Need-To-Know Information About Our ToursEncounter our animal ambassadors for a once in a lifetime experience!
- Our tours are conducted Monday through Sunday between 8:30 am – 6:00 pm* (BY RESERVATION ONLY).
- Office hours are Monday through Sunday between 8:30 am – 6:00 pm.
- All tours must be pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance.
- All packages are transferable upon request.
- All photos taken during the photo opportunity & encounter packages are to be taken with guest cameras.
- Only minors of 17 years of age may take a tour without any adult supervision. In order to take the tour, they will need to present a waiver signed by their legal guardian/parent along with a valid photo ID. If you need a waiver, please contact us via email or by phone.
- Children under 17 years old must be accompanied by a paying parent or legal guardian at all times.
- For some animal encounters and photo opportunities, children’s minimum age requirements are subject to change based on the age and growth of our felines and other animals
- Please be advised that there will be a late fee added for those that are late for their scheduled tour. The charge is $15.00 per reservation.
- All tours must be reserved in advanced and require completed releases and waivers.
-
The animals we offer for interaction vary on their health & character at the time of the encounter. All animal encounters are available for a limited time due to the size or temperament of the animal.
- Any guests that purchase their tickets with a credit or debit card will need to show their driver license/ state identification card and credit card for proof of purchase. If you purchase tickets as a gift for another guest you will need to email this information to our booking office to transfer the purchase. If purchase is made with cash we do not need proof of identification.
- Guests must provide a valid driver’s license (or identification) upon arrival at the facility. The name on the ID must match the invoice/reservation name. Guests will not be allowed to attend their tour without a valid id. Please contact 305-969-3696 with any questions.
- 20% discount for: Senior citizens, healthcare providers, law enforcement, firefighters, military veterans & on active duty, college students & people with disabilities. Please call the office for booking. This discount cannot be combined with any other offers. DISCOUNT DOES NOT APPLY TO GENERAL WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE".
-
No refunds! All activities are final sale.
-
If for any reason the client decides to cancel their scheduled activity, we will always proceed to issue a CERTIFICATE with the total amount paid available to be used at any time that the client wishes.
-
All proceeds from the activities at the park is what allow us to provide guests with this wonderful experience and the care of all our wild animal friends.
-
Please Note: some animals may not be available do to their size and temperament at the time of your visit. If there is a specific animal encounter you scheduled your visit around, please call our booking office at 305-969-3696 to check their status before scheduling your visit.
Blackout dates apply for all Book Anytime, Any Day activities. Please see below for the list of blackout dates.
- Halloween (10/31)
- Veterans Day (11/12)
- Thanksgiving (11/24)
- Christmas Eve (12/24)
- Christmas Day (12/25)
- New Years Eve (12/31)
- New Years Day (1/1)
- Valentine's Day (2/14)
- St. Patrick's Day (3/17)
- Easter Sunday
- Easter Day
- Mother's Day
- Memorial Day
- Father's Day
- Independence Day (7/4)
- Labor Day
CHRISTMAS EVE: DEC 24, 2022
Office schedule: 8:30am-2:00pm.
December 24th 8:30am- 2pm (9am being the first tour and 2:00pm being our last tour of the day).
CLOSED on Sunday December 25, 2022
RESUME normal operating hours on Monday December 26, 2022
NEW YEAR’S EVE: DEC 31, 2022
Office schedule: 8:30am-2:00pm
December 31st: 8:30am-3:00pm (9am being the first tour and 2:00pm being our last tour of the day).
NEW YEAR’S DAY: JAN 1, 2022
Office schedule: 11:00am-5:00pm.
January 1st: 12:00pm-6:00pm (12pm being the first tour and 5pm being our last tour of the day).
- "MOST BEAUTIFUL & MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE!!!! I’m so happy I went to ZWF, my kids had the best time, also learned some cool info on the tour! Loved how gorgeous & healthy the animals are, very clean property! Overall amazing experience!!!"-VISITED MARCH 2021
- "I had a phenomenal time with Michael the tour guide when I attended my tour. He was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the animals and the necessary care that is required. He made our visit very friendly and fun and I could not imagine having anyone else as my tour guide. Unfortunately, there was not a lion cub for me to hold, but we made up for it holding several reptiles, and a few different monkeys. I would highly recommend coming here to see the different animals and would highly recommend Michael the tour guide as the leader of the tour!"-VISITED JANUARY 2021
- "We had such a great time, loved the entire experience. Such a well run facility and great staff. Thank you ZWF for taking such good care of our animals. We love ZFW."-VISITED FEBRUARY 2021
- "We did the cub encounter and LOVED IT! Never get tired of visiting ZWF. A must go go! I am always recommending family and friends to come by and visit. We’ve been here a hand full of times and still continue to love every second of it."-VISITED OCTOBER 2020
- "MOST BEAUTIFUL & MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE!!!! I’m so happy I went to ZWF, my kids had the best time, also learned some cool info on the tour! Loved how gorgeous & healthy the animals are, very clean property! Overall amazing experience!!!"-VISITED MARCH 2021
- "I had a phenomenal time with Michael the tour guide when I attended my tour. He was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the animals and the necessary care that is required. He made our visit very friendly and fun and I could not imagine having anyone else as my tour guide. Unfortunately, there was not a lion cub for me to hold, but we made up for it holding several reptiles, and a few different monkeys. I would highly recommend coming here to see the different animals and would highly recommend Michael the tour guide as the leader of the tour!"-VISITED JANUARY 2021
- "We had such a great time, loved the entire experience. Such a well run facility and great staff. Thank you ZWF for taking such good care of our animals. We love ZFW."-VISITED FEBRUARY 2021
- "We did the cub encounter and LOVED IT! Never get tired of visiting ZWF. A must go go! I am always recommending family and friends to come by and visit. We’ve been here a hand full of times and still continue to love every second of it."-VISITED OCTOBER 2020
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