SNOW LEOPARD

Common name:
SNOW LEOPARD

Scientific name:
Panthera uncia

Class:
Mammals

Order:
Carnivora

Family:
Felidae

Provenance:
Central Asia

Diet:
meat

Habitat:
regioni montuose e rocciose fino anche a 6000 m di altitudine

Reproduction:
96 days, 1-5 Puppies for childbirth

The Snow Leopard inhabits the mountainous regions of central Asia up to 6000 mt of altitude. Its long, thick fur and the thick adipose layer under its skin protect the Snow Leopard from the cold. The white/gray color of its mantel is an effective camouflage that allows it to hide easily between rocks and snow. The legs are short and the tail is rather long. It reproduces towards the end of winter. The females stay in heat for a period of 5-7 days. If they are not fertilized, the period of heat repeats itself after 54-70 days. Gestation lasts 98-103 days. Between April and June, in a protected nest, coated with hair from its fur, 2-5 cubs are born. The species is in danger of extinction due to hunting for its fur. Thanks to reproduction in captivity, the species is currently conserved