The grace and power of big cats -- lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, cheetahs, pumas, and snow leopards -- are captured in full-color photographs and a text that explores how they hunt, care for their young, and rest in their varied natural habitats.

From lions to house cats, cheetahs to panthers, and including detailed descriptions and information on each of the 36 species of cats as well as numerous photographs, this is the most comprehensive reference on felids available. Each account of the thirty-six species of cat contains a description of the cat, including human interactions with it, as well as detailed data on distribution, ecology and behavior, status in the wild, and conservation efforts....

Describes some of the smaller members of the cat family, including the cheetah, puma, and fishing cat.

A simple presentation of the physical characteristics, habitat, and life cycle of such big cats as the leopard, tiger, and puma.

Captures never-before-seen footage of lions, leopards, jaguars, and cheetahs fighting to survive and thrive in their native habitats.

Describes members of the twenty-nine different species known as "small" cats, including the bobcat, lynx, puma, and ocelot.

"For thousands of years, the Felidae or cat family have fascinated mankind, fostering conflicting emotions of fear, hatred, respect, admiration and even affection. Big cats in particular have a special place in our relationship with the natural world."--p. 6.