A tiny spotted cat from Bolivia’s Yungas forest has changed what scientists thought they knew about South America’s tiger cats. Named Leopardus tilcayo, this newly recognized species is believed to be the first new living feline species formally described in more than a century. With its secretive life, limited known population, and habitat threatened by deforestation, the tilcayo’s discovery also raises important questions about what else may still be hiding in the wild.

Bond of the Shadows brings wild cat conservation to life through a gripping story set at the fictional Benner Sanctuary. Cattytude founder Millie Zeiler weaves wildlife protection, sanctuary care, animal welfare, and the threats facing wild cats into her latest novel. Discover how Bond of the Shadows connects with Nora from Canora and Cattytude's support for wild cat conservation, animal rescue, and wildlife rehabilitation.