Snow leopard - Wikipedia
WebUncia uncia Pocock, 1930. Panthera baikalensis-romanii Medvedev, 2000. The snow leopard ( Panthera uncia ), occasionally called ounce, is a species of large cat in the genus Panthera of the family Felidae. The species is native to …
Snow Leopard: Species Facts, Info & More | WWF.CA
WebAbout Snow Leopards. Snow leopards are the only species of big cat that inhabit the cold deserts of High Asia. With their smoky-grey fur coats making them practically invisible, snow leopards have adapted to life in remote, frigid alpine landscapes with snowshoe-like paws and dense, woolly fur.
Snow Leopard | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
Web3 oct. 2023 · Their thick white-gray coat spotted with large black rosettes blends in perfectly with Asia’s steep and rocky, high mountains. Because of their incredible natural camouflage, rendering them almost invisible in their surroundings, snow leopards are often referred to as the “ghost of the mountains.”
Snow leopard, facts and photos - National Geographic
WebSnow leopards—one of the world’s most elusive cats—are perfectly equipped to thrive in extreme, high-elevation habitats. Learn about these felines and how they expertly hunt agile prey ...
Species Spotlight: Snow Leopard | Pages | WWF - World Wildlife …
WebIl y a 1 jour · Snow leopards live across a vast area in northern and central Asia's high mountains, including the Himalayan region. In the Himalayas, snow leopards live in high alpine areas, mostly above the tree line and up to 18,000 feet in elevation.
Snow leopard | Habitat, Diet, & Facts | Britannica
WebThe snow leopard attains a length of about 2.1 metres (7 feet), including the 0.9-metre- (3-foot-) long tail. It stands about 0.6 metre (2 feet) high at the shoulder and weighs 23–41 kg (50–90 pounds). It hunts at night and preys on various animals, such as marmots, wild sheep, ibex ( Capra ), and domestic livestock.
Where do snow leopards live? And nine other snow leopard facts
Web20 oct. 2016 · 1. Where do snow leopards live? Snow leopards live across a vast area in northern and central Asia's high mountains, including the Himalayan region. In the Himalayas, snow leopards live in high alpine areas, mostly above the tree line and up to 18,000 feet in elevation.
Spotlight on the snow leopard: Biology and behaviour - WWF.CA
Web21 nov. 2014 · Snow leopards are about 60 cm tall at shoulder and weigh between 45 to 55 kg. Their head to body length ranges from 1 to 1.3 m, and the tail (0.8 to 1 m) is almost as long as their body. Snow leopards spend a solitary life, except during mating season, which usually occurs between late January and mid–March.
Spotlight on the snow leopard: Conservation significance and threats
Web5 déc. 2014 · This holiday season, WWF is introducing six new species for you to adopt and take home, including the snow leopard. We’re bringing you a special six-part blog series on the snow leopard, the most mysterious member of the world’s big cats. Snow leopards require large spaces to roam.
Top 10 facts about Snow Leopards | WWF
WebSnow leopards live in high-altitude mountainous terrain, usually at elevations of 3,000-4,500m. They prefer steep, broken landscapes such as cliffs, rocky outcrops and ravines. Snow leopards have short forelimbs and long hind legs, which allow them to traverse and stay agile in their steep and rugged environments. 4.
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