The Arabian Leopard – A Tribute to a Legendary Species

This remarkable volume honors the Arabian leopard (Panthera pardus nimr), a rare and majestic subspecies uniquely adapted to the deserts and mountains of Arabia through millennia of evolution. In a compelling essay, wildlife conservationist Andrew Spalton traces the leopard’s journey from Africa to the Arabian Peninsula across half a million years, shedding light on its heritage and its critically endangered status today.

Celebrated throughout history as a symbol of strength, freedom, and resilience, the Arabian leopard appears in ancient rock carvings, mosaics, and artworks across the region—testament to its enduring cultural significance in Saudi Arabia and beyond.