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Friday's Fotos- The Rarest Cat in the World

By Debi Boucher

Real Estate Agent with Real Estate Showcase Photography

June 19, 2009 01:29 AM

Amur Leopard

The Amur Leopard is one of the rarest felids in the world with an estimated 35 to 45 individuals remaining in the wild. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature has deemed the Amur leopard critically endangered, meaning that it is considered to be facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.

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Connie Lou Barnett

Real Living/Home Realty - Owensboro, KY

GRI,CRS,CRB,SRMM,ARA,PRS,SFR,QSC

Debi,

The Amur leopard is beautiful. His eyes are so sharp, I don't want him staring me down. (smile)

Connie Lou

Jun 19, 2009 02:00 AM

TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.

Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN

Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

Beautiful cat! Too bad that it is on the verge of extension...

Jun 19, 2009 07:11 AM

Richard Iarossi

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Crofton, MD

Crofton MD Real Estate, Annapolis MD Real Estate

Hey Deb,

Does your buddy here have a mate at the zoo? I read that there are so few of them that inbreeding is a problem.

Your collection of fantastic shots just keeps growing. I hope it's paying off for you.

Rich

Jun 19, 2009 07:39 AM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

I can't believe your photos! How did you get this beautiful shot, with a zoom? Is it a zoo? It's so beautiful!

Jun 19, 2009 09:09 AM

Diane Daley

Caron's Gateway Real Estate - Northumberland, NH

Big boy cat, Would not want to mess with him... Thanks for sharing

Jun 19, 2009 09:33 AM

Gail MacMillan

Titusville, FL

Hey Debi....What an exquisite animal. His eyes look so different, more on the gray side than the typical yellows and greens. I sense a keen intelligence behind those very humanoid eyes. I don't think I've ever noticed round pupils in a cat before. I love the white whiskers on the black background. My impulse would be to hug, kiss and play with him. Just a big kitty I tell myself :-) AWESOME!!!

Jun 19, 2009 10:09 AM

Gail MacMillan

Titusville, FL

Deb....I just read that the large cats do indeed have round pupils, with the usual exceptions of course. We don't often get to gaze into the eyes of the Big Cats....I think that makes this photo even more special ~ thanks so much for capturing and sharing this pic, you ARE the best :-)

Jun 19, 2009 10:13 AM

Debi Boucher

Real Estate Showcase Photography - Woodland Park, CO

"Realtor Showcase" - Real Estate Photography/Virtual Tours

Hi Connie Lou, Me either! Thanks for stopping by!

Michael - Yes, it is too bad. They are gorgeous animals. I appreciate your comments!

Rich - No, this is the only one at our zoo. I hadn't read that, but it makes sense. Paying off? You mean in money? LOL No, but it is what keeps me happy and productive! ;)

Sharon, Yes, this was taken at our zoo. I have looked for shots of this cat many times, but it was always hiding. I finally got lucky! And yes, I use a 300mm zoom. In this case, it wasn't that far away anyway.

Hi Caron, Yes! LOL It's a big boy alright!Look at the size of those paws!

Jun 19, 2009 11:25 AM

Debi Boucher

Real Estate Showcase Photography - Woodland Park, CO

"Realtor Showcase" - Real Estate Photography/Virtual Tours

Hey MS Gail! She is so amazing isn't she? I just learned about the round pupils too - There is a cat I shot the other day called a Palla's Cat that is about the size of a large house cat, that also has round pupils. Very cool looking. I'm waiting for a better shot of that one, also elusive. When I get one that pleases me I'll share it. Thanks for your visit - I'll be around to see you in a little bit!

Debou

Jun 19, 2009 11:30 AM

Debi Boucher

Real Estate Showcase Photography - Woodland Park, CO

"Realtor Showcase" - Real Estate Photography/Virtual Tours

Sorry, Diane! I have your name right now! ;)

Jun 19, 2009 01:03 PM

Mary Douglas

United Country Ponderosa Realty, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado - Red Feather Lakes, CO

REALTOR, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

Debou, This cat is beautiful, it saddens me that they might become extint! What then? 'They' can clone a sheep, which we have a million of, but cannot clone the creatures like this? Gorgeous photos and those paws are huge.

Here's Gail ( she's so cute isn't she?) "here kitty kitty, come give Ladybird a hug!" LOL!!

Jun 19, 2009 04:23 PM

Debi Boucher

Real Estate Showcase Photography - Woodland Park, CO

"Realtor Showcase" - Real Estate Photography/Virtual Tours

You know Mary, you bring up a good point. That would be one way to avoid extinction of these animals. I wonder if anyone is pursuing that possibility?Who needs cloned sheep, anyway? To my knowledge, we have plenty of sheep!

Yeah, our Gail. Can you just picture it? All snuggled up with the kitty? LOL

Have a good night my friend!

Debou, MS D'Vine, Blondie, etc..... :)

Jun 19, 2009 04:36 PM

Toula Rosebrock

Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ

Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

ToulaRosebrock,com

Hi Debi:

What an ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS kitty that is...

Beautiful photo.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Jun 20, 2009 12:14 AM

Jim & Maria Hart

Brand Name Real Estate - Charleston, SC

Charleston, SC Real Estate

WOW, Debi. Once again you blow me away with you work. Thanks and have a great weekend, Jim

Jun 20, 2009 06:09 AM

Monique Combs

Royal Shell Real Estate - Bonita Springs, FL

Royal Shell Real Estate - Monique Combs

Wow Debi The Amur leopard is such a beautiful creature. It would be a shame to lose this breed.

Jun 20, 2009 06:20 AM

Debi Boucher

Real Estate Showcase Photography - Woodland Park, CO

"Realtor Showcase" - Real Estate Photography/Virtual Tours

Hi Toula- Thanks - I'm glad you like it!

Hey Jim - Glad you stopped by!

Hi Monique - Yes, it would be a shame, for this and so many other animals....

Debi

Jun 20, 2009 08:41 AM

Gerry Khatchikian

Red Lodge, MT

ASA, TRC, SFR

Debi,

He is very photogenic! I am glad he finally came out of his hiding place so that you can share his beauty with us. Thanks.

Gerry's AR signature

Jun 20, 2009 09:07 AM

Rita Minion

O'Brien Realty - Solomons, MD

Hello Debi,

Wow! What a magnificent creature! He is absolutely beautiful! Thank you so much for capturing and sharing the photos!

Rita

Jun 20, 2009 03:23 PM

Sharon Lee

Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN

Retired and loving life

Hi Debi-I agree with the rest of your commenters that this cat is a gorgeous creature. I just love those eyes. VERY penetrating and very beautiful. Definitely an amazing capture. I like Mary's idea as well. I had to LOL at Gail though about cuddling up and playing with this kitty, This kitty gives a whole new meaning to feral kitty, You would have to have your camera ready to capture those shots<SMILE> Have a great Sunday.

Jun 21, 2009 02:50 AM

Debi Boucher

Real Estate Showcase Photography - Woodland Park, CO

"Realtor Showcase" - Real Estate Photography/Virtual Tours

Thanks Gerry! I'm glad too! Was beginning to think I'd never get a good shot of this critter!

Hi Rita, Thanks so much for your comments!

Hi Sharon! Yes you're right! This kitty gives a whole new meaning to feral kitty

LOL

Debi

Jun 21, 2009 04:11 AM