Have the majority of cheetah cubs in Africa really fallen victim to lions? How can leopards and snow leopards coexist in an area like the Himalayas? Why do hyenas benefit when the hunting of lions is halted? And why must previous estimates of the populations of several big cat species be considered far too optimistic? Science often reveals surprising insights thanks to the latest research methods. This also applies to well-known charismatic big cat species - from tigers to lynxes, lions, and snow leopards. Recent research findings illustrate this. A journey through current zoological field research. Illustrated paperback edition with numerous photos. Also available as an eBook. Other works by the author include: 'Of Bears and Humans: Traveling in Romania's Carpathians' and 'In the Realm of Wild Animals: Researchers and Conservationists Working for Endangered Wildlife'.