February 10th
International Day of the Arabian Leopard
The rapid disappearance of the Arabian leopard, a critically endangered species on the IUCN Red List, represents a major setback for biodiversity conservation in its home region and underscores the urgency of addressing the nature crisis that threatens ecosystems worldwide.
February 10th marks International Arabian Leopard Day, highlighting the critically endangered status of the Arabian leopard on the IUCN Red List. The UN declared this day to raise awareness about the species' conservation and biodiversity. Arabian leopards face threats such as urbanization, agriculture, poaching, and illegal wildlife trade. Conservation efforts focus on habitat protection and educational programs.
