India’s Cool Cats

Come along on a Big Cat Safari! Meet India’s five fabulous felines—the tiger, lion, leopard, snow leopard and clouded leopard—through the eyes of five fantastic Expedition Leaders who guide Nat Hab’s slate of India wildlife safaris. India has the highest density of wild cats in the world, and our expert panel introduces you to these magnificent species in detail. Learn about where they live, the habitats that sustain them, the ecological roles they play as keystone species in varied ecosystems, and how they have adapted to their different environments from scrub jungle to stark alpine heights. We’ll also look at the conservation challenges they face, including habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict and the pressures of population growth. You’re sure to come away enamored with India’s charismatic cats, and our guides will reveal where you are most likely to find them on safari. You’ll also get to vote for which cat you think is “coolest”! Nat Hab's India team is a diverse bunch of guides, researchers, educators, photographers and conservationists. With years of experience between them, they traveled the length of the country observing and documenting its wildlife—joined by their mutual love for wild cats!


Originally presented September 24, 2021

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