FEED THE BIG CATS 

We, the undersigned, urgently call for immediate action to address the growing issue of starvation and malnutrition among big cats in the wild. Big cats, including lions, tigers, leopards, cheetahs, and jaguars, are facing dire challenges to their survival due to habitat loss, prey depletion, and human interference. These majestic creatures are essential to maintaining the balance of their ecosystems, and we must act now to ensure their future. We request that existing slain animals be used to feed the big cats, ensuring no injuries to the cat. We urge that the big cats be fed with the animals already culled, avoiding further unnecessary hunting and attackson humans. Otherwise allow big cats to hunt. 

Why Big Cats Matter:

Big cats are apex predators and play a critical role in maintaining the health of their ecosystems by regulating prey populations and supporting biodiversity. However, these incredible animals are rapidly declining due to factors such as habitat destruction, poaching, human-wildlife conflict, and a lack of food sources. Starvation is becoming a pressing issue, particularly in areas where prey is scarce or difficult to find.

The Issue:

Big cats are facing increased malnutrition and starvation due to several key factors:

*Habitat Loss and Fragmentation: As human development expands into the natural habitats of big cats, their access to prey becomes limited, forcing them to travel farther in search of food, often with little success.

*Depletion of Natural Prey: Overhunting of wild herbivores, competition with other predators, and changes in ecosystems have caused the depletion of prey species, leaving big cats without adequate food sources.

 

*Human-Wildlife Conflict: As big cats venture closer to human settlements in search of food, they often face retaliation from farmers and communities, resulting in injury or death.

Our Call to Action:

We urge governments, conservation organizations, and wildlife advocates to take the following actions to address the starvation of big cats:

*Provide Immediate Assistance: Establish emergency feeding programs in regions where big cats are particularly vulnerable to starvation due to prey depletion or habitat loss.

*Strengthen Habitat Protection and Restoration: Allocate resources for the restoration and protection of big cat habitats, ensuring that they have access to the natural prey they need to survive.

*Promote Human-Wildlife Coexistence: Support programs that educate local communities on non-lethal ways to prevent conflict with big cats, and develop sustainable methods to reduce human-wildlife conflict, such as compensation programs for livestock losses.

*Support Anti-Poaching Efforts: Increase funding for anti-poaching initiatives and wildlife law enforcement to prevent illegal hunting of big cats and their prey

*No One is Feeding Big Cats: Despite the severe food shortages, there are no widespread initiatives or programs to assist big cats by providing supplementary feeding in regions where their natural food sources have been depleted or are too scarce to support their survival.

*Invest in Long-Term Conservation Programs: Fund research and conservation programs that focus on rebuilding prey populations and creating wildlife corridors to allow big cats to move freely between habitats.

We, the undersigned, urgently call for immediate action to address the growing issue of starvation and malnutrition among big cats in the wild. Big cats, including lions, tigers, leopards, cheetahs, and jaguars, are facing dire challenges to their survival due to habitat loss, prey depletion, and human interference. One of the most alarming issues is that no one is feeding these big cats, despite the growing need to provide assistance in areas where food sources are insufficient.

Susan Ann Falkenstein 

Lawrenceville Georgia 

678-914-1249