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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.
In 2019 the Big Cat Public Safety Act was revised to end cub handling, the primary cause of abuse [34] 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 [ 35 ] and the companion bill, S2561 has 17 co-sponsors in the Senate . [ 36 ]
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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]
Animal welfare organizations are concerned with the health, safety and psychological wellness of individual animals. These organizations include animal rescue groups and wildlife rehabilitation centers, which care for animals in distress and sanctuaries , where animals are brought to live and be protected for the rest of their lives.
International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) is a mega global alliance launched by India in April 2023 during the 50th anniversary of Project Tiger. [1] The alliance aim at conservation of world's seven principal big cats , which include the tiger , lion , snow leopard , leopard , jaguar , puma , and cheetah . [ 2 ]
Pages in category "Nature conservation organizations based in the United States" The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 259 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .
Cannot breed big cats; Cannot allow direct contact between big cats and the public at their facilities; Must keep records of transactions involving covered cats; Must allow the service to inspect their facilities, records, and animals at reasonable hours; Internationally, a variety of regulations are placed on big cat possession. [26]