The clouded leopard is a rare and elusive wild cat found in the forests of Southeast Asia. It’s known for its beautiful, cloud-like spots, long tail, and large, sharp teeth—some of the largest in proportion to its skull among all cats. Despite its name, it’s not a true leopard, but a unique species with climbing skills so impressive it can hang upside down from branches. Solitary and mostly nocturnal, the clouded leopard is a quiet forest hunter that’s sadly endangered due to habitat loss and po

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Exciting moment to see our most elusive clouded leopard, Sang Dao, out and about with many guests around. The 10-year-old shy clouded leopard ventured out on our main Cats of the Canopy habitat to explore, groom and even chuff to her keepers (the sound you hear in the beginning). 🎥: Keeper Russell | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium