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Why are the Asian leopard endangered?

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The only leopard subspecies endangered is the rare Amur leopard, of which around 30 survive.

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Why is the Asian leopard endangered?

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Are Asian leopard cats endangered?

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Are Snow Leopards an endangered species in North America?

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What are the endangered species of India?

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Are asian crocodiles endangered?

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Is the clouded leopard an endangered species?

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When was the snow leopard listed on the endangered species list?

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