A rare clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa) — one of Southeast Asia’s most elusive wild cats — has been captured on camera in Cambodia, offering a rare glimpse of a species few ever see in the wild. Known for their distinctive cloud-shaped markings and extraordinary climbing skills, clouded leopards are classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. They are stealthy, tree-dwelling hunters that move silently through dense forests — which makes each sighting, especially by camera trap, scientifica

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