The Edge · VU Vulnerable
Snow Leopard
Panthera uncia
The 'ghost of the mountains' — a pale cat so elusive it patrols the highest ranges on Earth almost unseen.
VU · Vulnerable
Overview
The 'ghost of the mountains' — a pale cat so elusive it patrols the highest ranges on Earth almost unseen.
mammalasiacat
Field data
| IUCN status | VU · Vulnerable |
|---|---|
| Population | ~2,700–3,400 mature |
| Trend | decreasing |
| Last assessed | 2017 |
| Class / Order | Mammalia · Carnivora |
| Family | Felidae |
| Range | Central and South Asia |
Why it matters
Evolutionary distinction
- Uses its metre-long tail as a balance beam and a scarf.
- Cannot roar; it chuffs, mews, and yowls instead.
From the collection
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art print
Snow Leopard art print
Museum-grade art print from the Snow Leopard plate.
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plush
Snow Leopard plush
Museum-grade plush from the Snow Leopard plate.
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notebook
Snow Leopard notebook
Museum-grade notebook from the Snow Leopard plate.
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