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Snow leopards Laila and Yarko are preparing to welcome their fourth litter! 💛🐾 Their contribution to the endangered species breeding programme has been nothing short of remarkable, and we couldn’t be prouder. Your support helps protect this endangered species and big cats around the world 🖤🤍 #TheBigCatSanctuary #SnowLeopard #Cub #Baby #BigCats #Cute #CatTok

Our CCTV has captured a heartwarming moment when Rori settled into his new bed! It has been beautiful to watch the progress that Rori has made since arriving at his new home in the Lion Rescue Centre at the Sanctuary 🐾 As we get to know Rori, he’s been showing his playful yet cheeky side, and has been capturing the hearts of all the keepers and guests that meet him 🥰 Click the link in the bio and adopt Rori today! #TheBigCatSanctuary #Lions #rescue #BigCats #CCTV

Welcome to the world Little Lady 🤍 This tender moment between Laila and her cub is a powerful reminder of why we do what we do. Every new life born at The Sanctuary is a promise of hope for wild cats around the world 🌍 Click the link in bio and become a member today to follow along on Little Lady’s journey ⭐️

A Very Special Arrival… Meet Our Newborn Snow Leopard Cub! 🐾 On 10th May, a beautiful female snow leopard cub was born here at the Sanctuary! Affectionately nicknamed “Little Lady” by our team, this tiny arrival is already capturing hearts. Both mum and cub are doing brilliantly, and the team is delighted with their progress so far. This birth marks a significant milestone in our work through the endangered species breeding programme, which helps maintain a genetically healthy population and provides a vital safety net for the future of snow leopards. It’s an important step forward for conservation and our global work to protect this species. Stay tuned to follow Little Lady’s journey here at the Sanctuary and keep your eyes peeled for the chance to help name her soon! 🤍 #conservation #SnowLeopard #thebigcatsanctuary #cats #snowleopardcub

Sun’s out, tongue’s out! ☀️ We’re keeping Baikal cool in this heat with a refreshing blood ice lolly! 🥵 #TheBigCatSanctuary #HotWeather #BloodLolly #Sunny

A hopeful beginning for jaguars, Neron and Maya 👀 Neron and Maya have officially mixed for the first time as part of the endangered species breeding programme! This careful introduction is a big step in protecting the future of their species, and we’re hopeful for what’s to come for these beautiful melanistic jaguars! 🖤 Stay tuned for updates on how they get on! ✨ #TheBigCatSanctuary #Jaguars #Breeding #BigCats

Keira, our golden jaguar, has taken on the independent life since her move into her own space! Often seen relaxing on her platforms or playing with enrichment, she’s been keeping herself happily occupied! Keira remains part of the International Breeding Programme, though she currently doesn’t have a breeding partner. Keira enjoys the peace and quiet of her own home 💛 #Jaguar #BigCats #Cats #TheBigCatSanctuary

🐾 The Big Cat Sanctuary has some INCREDIBLY EXCITING news to share 👀 An ultrasound has confirmed that Laila, our beloved snow leopard, is expecting her fourth litter in May! 🥰 This achievement marks a vital step forward in the breeding and conservation of this endangered species. Snow leopards are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, with only 2,700–3,300 mature adults remaining in the wild. Through responsible breeding, the Sanctuary aims to help maintain a genetically healthy captive population, providing a vital safety net for the species’ future 🤍 We will be sharing exciting updates throughout Laila's pregnancy journey 📖 To read more, click the link (in bio) #TheBigCatSanctuary #snowleopard #exciting #news

🐾 Meet Luca, our Amur tiger! 🐾 Ever noticed that Amur tigers sometimes look a bit paler than other tigers? 👀 That’s no coincidence! Native to the snowy forests of northern China and Russia, these big cats have evolved lighter coats with pale bellies and faces to help them blend into their wintry surroundings ❄️ In winter, their muted colours provide the perfect camouflage in the snow. And in summer? The orange coat actually appears green to the majority of their prey, who are often colourblind, making Amur tigers the ultimate stealth hunters year-round! 💪🏻 #TheBigCatSanctuary #BigCats #AmurTigers #Tiger #FunFact #Cats #Fact

Happy National Brothers Day! 👬 Today we’re celebrating Mo and Bolt, our cheetah brothers with very different personalities 🐆 Keeper Maddy walks us through what sets them apart, from their looks to how they eat and interact! Tag your brother and wish him a happy brothers day in the comments below! 👇 #TheBigCatSanctuary #NationalBrothersDay #Cheetahs #BigCats #Brothers #Sibling #Family #Cats

It Takes Two to Raise a Cub 🥰 We couldn’t be more excited for the arrival of Laila and Yarko’s cub(s)! Stay tuned for updates on how these two lovebirds are getting on 🐾 #TheBigCatSanctuary #SnowLeopards #BigCats #Cubs

🎉 Happy 19th Birthday Kirana! 🎉 🧡 Since joining us in January 2022 from Chester Zoo (after raising three beautiful litters), Kirana, our Sumatran tiger, has been living her best retired life! Full of peace, treats, and plenty of chatter. 🐾 Known around The Sanctuary as our chatterbox, you can hear her “talking” from across the site, especially if you say hello first! 🎂 Help us celebrate Kirana’s birthday, and wish her a Happy Birthday in the comments below! ✨ #TheBigCatSanctuary #Tiger #Birthday #SumatranTiger #BigCat

🦁Own a One-of-a-Kind Masterpiece Honoring Yuna’s Rescue! ✨ We’re excited to announce an exclusive online auction for “Rescued Lion Yuna” by the talented wildlife artist Danielle Tomlinson! Inspired by Yuna’s first steps on grass for the first time in her life. This vibrant painting is a stunning tribute to our Big Cats in Crisis Campaign, capturing a powerful moment using Nikon Creator and Photographer Cam Whitnall’s photography as reference. ✨ Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own an original piece of art while directly supporting rescued lions Yuna, Rori, Vanda, Amani and Lira. ✨ 🕰️ Auction Details: ⏳ Bidding closes: Monday 21st April at 23:59 Bid now and make a lasting impact! 👉Link in bio #artwork #painting #lions #thebigcatsanctuary #Love

Playful Vanda’s showing off her strength! 💪 Our rescued lioness Vanda can’t get enough of pole feeds! Enrichment sessions like this are more than just impressive to watch. They are vital for our big cats’ wellbeing. Encouraging natural behaviours like climbing, leaping, and working for their food helps keep lions like Vanda physically active and mentally stimulated, just as they would be in the wild 🐾 #TheBigCatSanctuary #Rescue #Lion #PoleFeed #Cats #Lioness

🌎 Today is Endangered Species Day 🌎 The future of wild cats has never been more urgent. Across the world, 19 out of 40 wild cat species are currently classed as threatened. Protecting these species through conservation partnerships and ethical breeding programmes is essential for the future of balanced ecosystems and biodiversity 🍃 Join us in protecting the future of wild cats around the world by becoming a member today ⭐️ #TheBigCatSanctuary #EndangeredSpeciesDay #Conservation #BigCats #Endangered #AmurLeopard #Extinct #Lions #Tigers #Cats #World #Animals

🌍 It’s World Biodiversity Day! Biodiversity starts with the small things and by creating habitats for wildlife, we’re helping protect ecosystems for generations to come 🌱 You can join in too. Even a small patch of uncut grass can become a haven for nature! 🍃 #thebigcatsanctuary #bug #biodiversity #worldbiodiversityday #nature #bigcats #butterflies #bee

🐾 Meet Viktoria, our puma 🐾 💡 Did you know? Pumas hold the Guinness World Record for the most names of any mammal! From cougars and panthers to catamounts and mountain lions, their many names come from their wide geographic range and the different indigenous groups and settlers! What do you call a puma? 👀 #TheBigCatSanctuary #Puma #guinnessworldrecords #FunFact #Cats

⭐️ Bua steps into the spotlight! ⭐️ Despite being more elusive than her neighbour Django, Bua’s confidence continues to grow every day. Clouded leopards are naturally solitary and nocturnal, often spending their time high in the trees 🌳 With the weather getting better, it’s lovely seeing her out more often… just look at that beautiful face! 🤩 #TheBigCatSanctuary #CloudedLeopard #Cats

One year on, we’re reflecting on just how much has been achieved. Yuna, Rori, Vanda, Amani and Lira, are now living in peace and tranquillity at their forever home: the Lion Rescue Centre 🏡 None of this would have been possible without your support. From watching Yuna take her very first steps on grass to witnessing the lions being reunited, these moments were made real because of you 🧡 Each of these five lions endured unimaginable hardship before being rescued. They travelled over 1,400 miles across six countries to finally find sanctuary. Today, they’re living the second chance at life they so deeply deserve ✨ You helped make this happen, THANK YOU 🙌 #TheBigCatSanctuary #BigCats #Rescue #Conservation #Lions

🎉 Happy 7th Birthday, Kuda! 🎉 🧡 Kuda, our adorable Sri Lankan rusty-spotted cat, joined the Sanctuary in February 2024 from Hamerton Zoo, where he was born. 🐾 His name, Kuda, means “little” in Sinhala, the perfect fit for the world’s smallest wild cat species! Weighing just 900 grams to 1.6 kg, rusty-spotted cats are mostly nocturnal, often found napping in forests, hollow logs, or cozy little dens, Kuda’s absolute favorite! 🎈 Help us wish this tiny but mighty birthday boy a Happy Birthday in the comments! 🎈 #RustySpottedCat #Cat #TheBigCatSanctuary #SriLanka