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Founded in 2006, Panthera is devoted to the conservation of the world’s 40 species of wild cats and the vast ecosystems they inhabit. Their team of biologists, data scientists, law enforcement experts and wild cat advocates studies and protects the seven species of big cats: cheetahs, jaguars, leopards, lions, pumas, snow leopards and tigers.
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In 1997, the organization was incorporated as "LIOC - Endangered Species Conservation Federation". By 2002, the organization changed its name to the "Feline Conservation Federation". A group of members split off in the early 2000s, and re-formed the "Long Island Ocelot Club", a completely separate organization mostly focused on the smaller species.
In addition, some organizations utilize the court system in states and at the federal level to enforce environmental and conservation regulations and laws. Most organizations operate as nonprofits. The revenue of these organizations is used to achieve their goals rather than distributing them as profit or dividends. [1] [2]
In 2019 the Big Cat Public Safety Act was revised to end cub handling, the primary cause of abuse [35] and phase out private ownership of big cats, while allowing possession by USDA licensees. As of January 2020, HR1380 had 227 co-sponsors in the House [ 36 ] and the companion bill, S2561 has 17 co-sponsors in the Senate . [ 37 ]
Felidae Conservation Fund (FCF) is a California-based non-profit organization dedicated to preserving wild cats and their habitats. The organization supports and promotes international wild cat research and conservation by collaborating on field research projects, partnering with other environmental organizations, and developing community outreach and education programs.
The EFRC is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization and the second-largest big cat rescue in the United States, spanning over 200 acres (0.81 km 2). [1] [2] Abused, disabled, and otherwise homeless wild cats such as Lions, tigers, leopards, servals, pumas, bobcats, Canada lynx, ocelots, Geoffroy's cat, and an Asian leopard cat have taken refuge in this organization.
For organizations dedicated to wildlife conservation more broadly (including plants, ecosystems, etc.), see Category:Wildlife conservation organizations. For organizations that are involved in animal welfare (e.g., prevention of abuse of individual animals, or promotion of laws protecting the health and safety of animals in the care of humans ...