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Snow Leopard
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Eats
It hunts at night and preys on various animals, such as marmots, wild sheep, ibex (Capra), and domestic livestock.
Lives
Mountain ranges in central and south Asia at high altitudes of 9,800-17,000 ft
Behavior
Yowls, meows, grunts, chuffs, and moans. It can also purr when exhaling. Mostly solitary.
Description
Snow leopards are incredible big cats known for their thick, warm fur, typically pale gray or cream-colored, with rosettes and spots that provide natural camouflage in snowy mountain habitats. Their long, fluffy tails help them balance on rocky slopes and keep warm in cold weather. They have large paws that act like snowshoes, enabling them to walk on soft snow without sinking. With enlarged nasal passages, snow leopards can breathe easily in cold mountain air without experiencing a brain freeze!
Did you Know?
Their wide, fur-covered feet act as snowshoes.
How can I Help?
There could be as few as 4,000 snow leopards in the wild. The main threats they face are habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, loss of prey, poaching for the illegal trade, and climate change. Snow leopards are also poached for their fur and bones, which are a source of income for people living in rural areas.
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