snow leopard
Class: Mammals
Order: Carnivora
Family: Felidae
Genus: Panthera
Species: Uncia
Geographic distribution: Central Asia
Habitat: Mountains, alpine meadows, rocky areas between 2,000 and 6,000 meters above sea level
Height: 60 cm at the shoulder
Longevity: 20 years
Weight: 30 to 60 kg
Sexual Maturity: 3 – 4 years
Gestation: 3 months
Litter: 1 to 4 young
Diet: Carnivores, wild goats and pigs, hares, mice, deer, marmots, small mammals, etc.
Protection Status: IUCN CR Status – Vulnerable
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Description
The snow leopard is perfectly adapted to the cold conditions of its habitat. Its thick coat becomes even denser in winter and small round ears help retain heat. With its broad, snowshoe-like paws, the snow leopard can move quietlty on the snow without sinking. Its spotted coat allows it to blend perfectly into the snowy mountains, providing ideal camouflage to surprise its prey.
Threats and preservation
The snow leopard is threatened by poaching, habitat loss, a decrease un prey, and conflicts with local communities. Conservation efforts, led by organizations such as WWF and the snow Leopard Trust, aim to reduce human-wildflife conflict, protect its habitat, and combat poaching. Scientific initiatives also help monitor and perserve the species.
