Distressed leopardess killed - then ate - her cubs caught in illegal loop-trap.

Endangered Amur tigress with two cubs born in the wild is at risk from poachers.

Almost poached to extinction, these pictures highlight the way the endangered species is recovering thanks to Russian preservation measures.

Skin and skull of rare animal was hidden in the suspect's car.

New Russian national park, aimed at saving endangered big cats has won praise from Prince Michael of Kent. 

Weak and hungry animal saved from dogs as it searched desperately for food.

Four months old female in a 'serious but stable condition' in Russian Far East. 

Proof of recovery of endangered species after 'historic' sighting of Siberian tiger 2000 km west of its usual habitat.

Alpha male big cat - believed to be at least 15 years old - ready to get back to saving his endangered species.