Kaeng Krachan National Park in Phetchaburi, Thailand, recently shared stunning images of a leopard, captured by wildlife photographer Kittipong Ngamjling. The photographs, taken in May last year, show the leopard crossing the road near kilometre markers 12–13 on its way to the Phanoen Thung area. Mongkol Chaiphakdee, the head of the park, described the sighting as a positive indicator of the park's ecosystem health, stating, "Leopards are apex predators -- if they can thrive in an area, it means biodiversity is still strong." This sighting underscores the park's ongoing efforts to protect its wildlife, which include intensive patrols and the use of camera traps to monitor species. The park also urges visitors to respect wildlife by following strict regulations, such as avoiding loud noises, driving slowly, and not feeding animals. Leopards are listed as a protected species under Thailand's Wildlife Preservation and Protection Act and are classified as Near Threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. Kaeng Krachan serves as a vital stronghold for these animals, which are found only in select forests across Thailand.