As a student and a person concerned with saving endangered animals we must first become aware of the problem and then look for solutions. I have been fortunate to be part of a class at DePaul University that focuses on the plight of these animals. Dr. McWhinnie takes her students on an adventure of a life time. This begins with the class Exotic Cat Management . During this educational experience one learns about the many species of tigers of which only few remain.
Students learn the differences in the lions, cheetahs, leopards, and many other cat species.
Not only do we learn about habitat, social structure, prey, hunting style, special adaptations to survival, we learn about why they are endangered, what has caused their decrease presence in the wild, and what people are trying to do to preserve these beautiful creatures. But the learning has only started. The students pack their bags and head down to Eureka Springs, Arkansas for the experience of a lifetime. Presently, they have over 90 lions, tigers, cougars and leopards. Students get hands on experience with working with the cats from feeding to observing social interactions with other cats and the people to pouncing and playing.