The Snow Leopard is a species of large feline that live in the mountains of Central and South Asia. There is currently only 10,000 of these species left with an expectation that in 15 years there will be 10% less. This species of Leopard is distinctive for its thick coat (2-5 inches) and snow like appearance making them perfect for their environment.
Fun Facts
Their primary prey is the Blue Sheep and due to the environment they are in they can survive 300-400 feet drops
They have long hind legs and short front legs to make traversal of their environment easier when leaping allowing them to jump 30 feet
They can not roar like other big cats and instead yowl
Their paws are natural snowshoes allowing them to walk on snow without falling in
They are closer related to Tigers than Leopards despite the name
