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Snow leopards are often killed by local farmers and herders as a result of human-wildlife conflict, which occurs when the leopards prey on livestock such as sheep, goats, horses, and yak calves. The animals that snow leopards would typically hunt—such as the Argali and blue sheep—are also hunted by local communities.
Without the snow leopard, herbivore populations would increase, resulting in changes to the vegetation and a disruption in the ecological balance. Snow leopards are a top predator in their environment and play a key role as an indicator of the health of their high-altitude habitat.
Of all the leopards, the Amur leopard is the most critically endangered. Hunted largely for its beautiful, spotted fur, the loss of each Amur leopard puts the species at greater risk of extinction. Support WWF in its efforts to protect the species and its habitat.
Snow leopards scale the great, steep slopes of mountains in Central Asia with ease, blending into the landscape. But these endangered cats face many threats including habitat loss, reduced prey and retaliatory killings. WWF works to reduce human-leopard conflict and protect the fragile snow leopard habitat.
Snow leopards (Panthera uncia) may be quite resilient to the direct impacts of climate change in the near term: they are able to tolerate a wide range of temperatures, they have minimal freshwater requirements and they have a high dispersal ability.
May 17, 2021 · A large majority of snow leopard habitat remains under-researched, according to the first-ever systematic review of snow leopard research conducted to date. Snow leopards live in some of the most rugged landscapes in Asia’s high mountains, which makes it incredibly difficult to study these rare and elusive big cats.
Oct 23, 2023 · Bhutan’s snow leopard population increased by 39.5% since 2016, according to a new survey implemented by the Royal Government of Bhutan’s Department of Forests and Park Services with support from WWF-Bhutan and partners.
Red pandas are often killed when they get caught in traps meant for other animals, and are also poached for their distinctive pelts. Learn about the ways WWF works to protect endangered species, including the Red Panda.
Species Directory. WWF is committed to saving endangered species. Learn more about the species we are working to protecting from becoming endangered or extinct.
Jul 15, 2014 · If Byambatsooj and his community fail to adapt to climate change impacts, one of planet’s last remaining nomadic cultures could disappear forever along with the endangered snow leopard. However, WWF has found a way to protect the snow leopard while also benefiting nomadic herders.
