Jonathan C. Slaght

About the Author

Jonathan C. Slaght is a renowned wildlife biologist and conservationist whose work bridges the worlds of science and storytelling, illuminating the precarious lives of endangered species in remote ecosystems. With over two decades of fieldwork in the Russian Far East and Northeast China, Slaght has dedicated his career to studying the Amur tiger, one of the planet's most elusive and iconic predators. His research has not only advanced global conservation efforts but also inspired a broader audience through compelling narratives that blend rigorous science with vivid environmental journalism. In Tigers Between Empires: The Improbable Return of Great Cats to the Forests of Russia and China, Slaght chronicles the remarkable resurgence of these majestic felines amid geopolitical tensions and habitat challenges, offering hope for biodiversity in a changing world. A frequent contributor to outlets like The New York Times and National Geographic, he continues to advocate for protected landscapes and human-wildlife coexistence.