Top 10 Rarest Cats In The World

Iberian Lynx (Lynx pardinus): This critically endangered wild cat is native to the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. It is one of the rarest cat species in the world, with a small population size.

Amur Leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis): Also critically endangered, the Amur Leopard is native to the Russian Far East and northeastern China. It is one of the most endangered big cats, with fewer than 100 individuals left in the wild.

Andean Mountain Cat (Leopardus jacobita): Endemic to the high Andes of South America, this small cat is listed as endangered. It has a fragmented distribution and is threatened by habitat loss and hunting.

Bay Cat (Pardofelis badia): Found only on the island of Borneo, this elusive cat is considered one of the rarest and least known cat species. It is listed as endangered due to habitat loss and hunting.

Scottish Wildcat (Felis silvestris grampia): This critically endangered subspecies of the European Wildcat is found in Scotland. It is threatened by hybridization with domestic cats and habitat loss.

Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus): This medium-sized wild cat is found in wetland habitats of South and Southeast Asia. It is listed as endangered and faces threats from habitat loss and hunting.

Flat-headed Cat (Prionailurus planiceps): Endemic to the islands of Borneo and Sumatra, this small cat is rare and listed as endangered. It is threatened by habitat loss and degradation.

Marbled Cat (Pardofelis marmorata): Found in Southeast Asia, this small cat is considered rare and elusive. Its population size is unknown, and it is listed as vulnerable due to habitat loss and hunting.

Sand Cat (Felis margarita): This small desert cat is found in arid regions of Africa and Asia. It is listed as near threatened and faces threats from habitat loss and hunting.

Clouded Leopard (Neofelis nebulosa): This wild cat is found in Southeast Asia and is considered vulnerable. It has a fragmented distribution and is threatened by habitat loss and poaching.