Snow Leopard

Panthera uncia

The snow leopard is one of the most elusive big cats, perfectly adapted to life in the harsh mountain environments of Central Asia. Their thick fur, wide paws, and long tail for balance make them supreme high-altitude hunters.

Mass (typical / record)

40 kg

Top speed

65 km/h

Body length

1.0 m

Diet

Carnivore

Habitats

mountains, alpine, high-altitude

Bite force (est.): 310 PSI · IUCN: VU (Vulnerable)

Considered a sacred guardian of the mountains in Tibetan Buddhism. One of the rarest and most beautiful big cats. Their extreme habitat makes them one of the least-studied large predators on Earth.