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Hosanna to the son of David. Blessed be he that cometh in the name of the Lord. Blessed be the king of Israel. Blessed be the kingdom that cometh in the name of the Lord. Peace in heaven and glory in the highest places. Hosanna in the highest heavens.
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Sunda Clouded Leopard Neofelis diardi
Sunda Clouded Leopard Neofelis diardi
IUCN Status: Vulnerable
Location: Brunei Darussalam; Indonesia (Sumatera, Kalimantan); Malaysia (Sarawak, Sabah)
Gliding through the rainforest canopy like a phantom predator, the Sunda Clouded Leopard moves with unmatched grace, making them one of the least understood big cats in the world. Their spectacularly patterned coat, the longest canines relative to skull size of any feline, and astonishing agility in trees set these big cats apart as a truly unique species. Yet, despite these remarkable adaptations, these mysterious carnivores are now rapidly vanishing from the wild due to human-related threats.
Massive infrastructure projects, industrial-scale palm oil plantations, and poaching for the illegal wildlife trade have decimated their populations. Once thought to be a subspecies of the mainland clouded leopard, genetic studies in 2006 confirmed that they are a distinct species, found only in Borneo and Sumatra. Today, they are among the most threatened felines in the world, teetering on the edge of an uncertain future. Take action for them every time you shop and #BoycottPalmOil #Boycott4Wildlife
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Share to BlueSky Share to TwitterAppearance & Behaviour
Sunda Clouded Leopards are expert climbers, possessing a long, thick tail (equal to their body length) for balance, rotating ankle joints that allow them to descend trees headfirst, and razor-sharp retractable claws for gripping bark. Their bodies are smaller and more compact than mainland clouded leopards, making them highly agile ambush predators.
They are solitary and nocturnal, moving silently through the forest to hunt primates, deer, and birds. Unlike most big cats, they purr rather than roar and rely on their extraordinarily developed senses to detect prey. Though they spend time on the forest floor, they are one of the most arboreal of all felines, capable of jumping several metres between branches.
Threats
1. Deforestation for infrastructure, timber and palm oil
- More than 50% of Borneo’s forests and two-thirds of Sumatra’s forests have been destroyed, mainly for palm oil plantations and logging.
- Mega infrastructure projects, including the Pan Borneo Highway, Trans-Sumatra Highway, and Indonesia’s new capital (Nusantara), are further severing vital forest corridors.
- Illegal logging and forest conversion continue to reduce already fragmented populations, leaving them trapped in isolated forest patches.
2. Poaching and the Illegal Wildlife Trade
Highly valued for their skins, bones, and meat, they are frequently trapped in snares. Between 2011 and 2019, at least 30 individuals were seized in the illegal trade, with live animals smuggled internationally. The rise in commercial wildlife markets has put additional pressure on an already declining population.
3. Loss of Prey and Ecosystem Disruptions
Overhunting of deer, wild boar, and primates is drastically reducing their food supply. A 2024 study revealed that mesopredator release—where smaller carnivores like Sunda Leopard Cats increase in number—may be negatively impacting the number of clouded leopards.
4. Human-Wildlife Conflict and Retaliatory Killings
Farmers kill clouded leopards when they prey on livestock. With deforestation pushing them into human settlements, conflict is increasing.
5. Climate Change and Forest Fires
Longer dry seasons and extreme weather due to climate change are making rainforest habitats unstable and food sources scarcer. Fires, caused by land clearing for palm oil plantations, are destroying crucial remaining habitat.
Geographic Range
The Sunda Clouded Leopard (Neofelis diardi) is found only on the Southeast Asian islands of Borneo and Sumatra. Known locally as rimau-dahan (“tree tiger” in Malay) and entulu in Sarawak, these elusive big cats thrive in dense rainforests, where their exceptional climbing skills and camouflage allow them to hunt undetected. They are particularly dependent on lowland primary forests but have been increasingly pushed into montane and secondary forests due to rampant deforestation.
Key Habitats:
- Sumatra – Leuser Ecosystem, Kerinci Seblat National Park, Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park
- Borneo – Kalimantan (Indonesian Borneo), Sabah and Sarawak (Malaysian Borneo), Brunei Darussalam
- Heart of Borneo Landscape – This transboundary rainforest, spanning Brunei, Malaysian Borneo, and Indonesian Kalimantan, serves as one of the last strongholds for the species.
Diet
Sunda Clouded Leopards are apex rainforest predators, feeding on:
- Primates – Gibbons, macaques, langurs
- Ungulates – Mouse deer, muntjac, young bearded pigs
- Birds, rodents, and reptiles
- Occasionally livestock in fragmented forest areas
Their hunting strategy involves stealth and ambush, using their powerful jaws and canines to deliver a fatal bite to the neck. As their habitat shrinks, they are increasingly forced into human settlements, where they are often shot in retaliation.
Mating and Reproduction
Little is known about their breeding behaviour, however:
- They reach sexual maturity at around two years old.
- Gestation lasts 85–95 days, producing 1–5 cubs (typically 2).
- Cubs remain hidden in dense vegetation for the first five months.
- Mothers raise cubs alone, teaching them to hunt before they become independent.
- Their slow reproductive rate, combined with habitat destruction, makes population recovery extremely difficult.
FAQs
Are Sunda Clouded Leopards dangerous to humans?
No. Sunda Clouded Leopards are extremely elusive and prefer to avoid human contact. They only venture into human areas when forced by habitat loss.
How are they different from mainland Clouded Leopards?
Sunda Clouded Leopards (Neofelis diardi) were originally thought to be the same species as the Indochinese Clouded Leopard (Neofelis nebulosa), but genetic studies in 2006 confirmed that they are separate species.
• Genetic divergence: The two species diverged between 2 million and 900,000 years ago, likely when rising sea levels isolated Borneo and Sumatra from the mainland.
• Physical differences: Sunda Clouded Leopards have darker fur, smaller cloud markings, and a more robust build, whereas Indochinese Clouded Leopards are lighter in colour with larger, more defined markings.
• Habitat preferences: Sunda Clouded Leopards rarely descend to the forest floor, whereas Indochinese Clouded Leopards hunt both in trees and on the ground.
Why are they called “Tree Tigers”?
The Malay name rimau-dahan means “tree tiger”, as they are among the best tree-climbing predators in the world. This name comes from their incredible climbing skills and their resemblance to big cats like tigers. Their large paws, long tail, and flexible ankles make them exceptional tree climbers, often leaping between branches or ambushing prey from above.
Are Sunda Clouded Leopards extinct anywhere?
They were once found on Java, but are now extinct there.
How many Sunda Clouded Leopards are left?
Estimates suggest there are fewer than 10,000 mature individuals, but deforestation and poaching are causing rapid declines. Exact numbers are hard to determine due to their elusive nature.
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Further Information
Cowan, C. (2024, April 29). Borneo and Sumatra megaprojects are carving up clouded leopard forests. Mongabay. https://news.mongabay.com/2024/04/borneo-and-sumatra-megaprojects-are-carving-up-clouded-leopard-forests/
Buckley-Beason, V. A., Johnson, W. E., Nash, W. G., Stanyon, R., Menninger, J. C., Driscoll, C. A., Howard, J., Bush, M., Page, J. E., Roelke, M. E., Stone, G., Martelli, P., Wen, C., Ling, L., Duraisingam, R. K., Lam, P. V., & O’Brien, S. J. (2006). Molecular evidence for species-level distinctions in clouded leopards. Current Biology, 16(23), 2371–2376. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cub.2006.08.066
Haidir, I., Macdonald, D. W., & Linkie, M. (2020). Sunda clouded leopard (Neofelis diardi) densities and human activities in the humid evergreen rainforests of Sumatra. Oryx, 55(2), 189-196. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0030605319001005
Hearn, A., Ross, J., Brodie, J., Cheyne, S., Haidir, I.A., Loken, B., Mathai, J., Wilting, A. & McCarthy, J. 2015. Neofelis diardi (errata version published in 2016). The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2015: e.T136603A97212874. https://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2015-4.RLTS.T136603A50664601.en. Accessed on 26 February 2025.
Kaszta, Z., Cushman, S. A., Hearn, A. J., Burnham, D., Macdonald, E. A., Goossens, B., Nathan, S., & Macdonald, D. W. (2019). Integrating Sunda clouded leopard (Neofelis diardi) conservation into development and restoration planning in Sabah, Borneo. Biological Conservation, 235(4). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biocon.2019.04.001
Mayhew, D. S., Hearn, A. J., Devineau, O., Linnell, J. D. C., & Macdonald, D. W. (2024). Loss of Sunda clouded leopards and forest integrity drive potential impacts of mesopredator release on vulnerable avifauna. Heliyon, 10(12), e32801. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e32801
Wikipedia. (n.d.). Sunda Clouded Leopard. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunda_clouded_leopard
Wong, W.-M. (2021, September 17). Species Spotlight: Sunda Clouded Leopard, the Ethereal and Declining ‘Tree Tiger’. The Revelator. https://therevelator.org/species-spotlight-sunda-clouded-leopard/
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Orlando ##Gibbons "Fancy for six #viols"
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Église de Centeilles, Siran (Minervois, France) in Apr 2017
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