Threats

The primary threats to leopards are anthropogenic. Habitat fragmentation, reduced prey base and conflict with livestock and farming have reduced leopard populations. Leopards are also killed for their skins in traditional ceremonies and bones and meat for medicinal use.

Conservation

Leopards are included in the ‘Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)’ Appendix I.

Source: IUCN