EXOTIC CATS: Unusual Breeds, Wild Cats, and Hybrids (The World of Cats) Paperback – January 12, 2026

STEPHENS,In his visually stunning and informative new book Exotic Cats, photographer and naturalist Gregg Stephens offers an intimate portrait of the planet’s most elusive and captivating feline species. Moving beyond the familiar lions and tigers, Stephens trains his expert lens on the lesser-known wonders of the cat family, from the clouded leopards of Southeast Asia’s rainforests to the sand-dwelling sand cats of Africa and the mysterious, high-altitude Pallas’s cats of Central Asia.More than just a collection of breathtaking imagery, the book serves as a compelling conservation document. Each photograph is accompanied by insightful commentary detailing the unique adaptations, behaviors, and fragile ecosystems of these extraordinary animals. Stephens masterfully captures the essence of each cat—the intense gaze of a serval, the otherworldly coat of a marbled cat, the powerful grace of a caracal in mid-leap—translating their wild spirit onto the page.Exotic Cats is a powerful reminder of the astonishing diversity within the feline family and the urgent threats these creatures face from habitat loss and human encroachment. It is a must-read for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone fascinated by the sublime beauty and resilience of nature’s most perfect predators, offering both a feast for the eyes and a call to protect these irreplaceable beings. Read more