There are 36 recognized species of cats in the world. Most people are familiar with the big and medium-sized cats, but few people could name the 22 smaller cats. Like their larger cousins, small cats are threatened by the loss of valuable habitat and prey, indiscriminate killing, and conflict with humans, livestock and domestic animals.
Compared to other carnivores, very little is known about the small cats. With sparse information, it is difficult to obtain funding for conservation projects, provide protection for them, or establish conservation standards. Small Cat Conservation Alliance is leading the way in protecting small endangered cats around the world.
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