Snow Leopard

Panthera uncia

Not Evaluated
Data Deficient
Least Concern
Near Threatened
Vulnerable
Endangered
Critically Endangered
Extinct in the Wild
Extinct

With an estimated 3,500 to 7,000 Snow Leopards left in the wild, the IUCN conservation status is now classed as ‘vulnerable’ rather than ‘endangered’ following a worldwide conservation effort, however, numbers are still recognised as being in decline. These wonderful creatures prowl at high-altitudes ranging from 3,000 and 5,000 meters in the harsh terrains of Central Asia.

Native Range →	Himalayan mountains in central Asia and Tibetan plateau of China
Natural Habitat →	Mountainous regions
Diet →	Carnivorous: mainly blue sheep and Siberian ibex
Life Expectancy →	In the wild: 15 years. In a zoo: Up to 20 years
Breeding →	Gestation period: 3-3.5 months. Between 1-5 cubs
Group Name →	Unknown
Active Hours →	Dusk and dawn
Threats →	Hunting / Poaching, Loss of habitat, Decline in prey