Amur Leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis) Native to the temperate forests of the Russian Far East and China, the Amur leopard is one of the rarest big cats, with only around 100 individuals left in the wild.
Vaquita (Phocoena sinus) Although not technically a wildcat, the Vaquita is a rare species of porpoise endemic to the northern part of the Gulf of California in Mexico.
Black-footed Cat (Felis nigripes) This small, aggressive African wildcat is one of the deadliest hunters for its size. Found primarily in southern Africa, it is rare due to habitat destruction and poaching.
Iriomote Cat (Prionailurus iriomotensis) A nocturnal cat species found only on Iriomote Island in Japan, the Iriomote cat is critically endangered, with estimates putting the population at fewer than 100 individuals.
Sunda Clouded Leopard (Neofelis diardi) Native to Borneo and Sumatra, the Sunda clouded leopard is an elusive, beautiful big cat that faces serious threats from habitat loss and poaching.
Andean Mountain Cat (Leopardus jacobita) Inhabiting the high Andes of South America, this elusive wildcat is rare due to its sparse population and remote, rugged habitat. It faces threats from hunting and loss of prey.
Kinkajou (Potos flavus) Although not a true wildcat, this nocturnal rainforest animal, often called the "honey bear," is considered rare due to its specialized habitat needs and difficulty of spotting in the wild.