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

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