Are the Clouded Leopards Still There is an literary journalism article written by Liu Ka-shiang Liu to introduce the search for clouded leopards conducted by Chiang Po-jen. Through Chiang's story, Liu addressed his concerns for three dimensions: the younger generation establishing the meaning of life through the pursuit of their dreams; the crisis of ecological conservation in Taiwan; and cultural transmission among indigenous people. The question put forth in the title of the article brings the three dimensions together. In the article, clouded leopards are more than just a species that is extinct in Taiwan; they are elevated to a symbol of spiritual and cultural importance. The article can be further explored with the theme of know yourself. Moreover, an in-depth discussion on the symbolic meaning of clouded leopard can be initiated to reflect on the difference between literary journalism and journalism, as well as the techniques applicable to the writing of each of them.