About us

The Wild Felid Conservation Trust operates in some of the most remote and biodiverse landscapes across the globe, dedicated to the study and protection of wild cat species in their most critical habitats. While our mission is international in scope, a core focus of our current work remains the Talamanca Mountains of Costa Rica. This vast, rugged mountain range, spanning cloud forests, ridgelines, and high-elevation ecosystems, provides critical habitat for a range of elusive wild cat species, yet remains largely understudied.

Through our work in and around Chirripó National Park and surrounding reserves, we deploy advanced camera trapping systems to monitor species such as oncilla, ocelot, jaguarundi, puma, and jaguar. By focusing on remote ridgelines and difficult-to-access terrain, we are uncovering new insights into how these species use high-elevation environments, contributing to a broader understanding of felid ecology worldwide.

Working closely with local partners, international researchers, and conservation organisations, our projects in the Talamanca Mountains and beyond aim to generate meaningful scientific data, support conservation planning, and bring global attention to the world's most important strongholds for wild cats.

Our work is driven not only by research, but by the belief that compelling imagery and field-based storytelling can inspire greater appreciation for the world’s lesser-known wild cats. By documenting these species in remote landscapes and sharing their presence with a wider audience, we help connect people to ecosystems they may never see firsthand, building stronger support for conservation where it is needed most.