Snow leopard Poster. LARGE

Panthera uncia
 
The ghost of the Himalayas. First photographed in november 1971 the mythic, elusiveness of this cat has captured the world’s imagination. Across its range man kind's interactions and knowledge of the snow leopard goes back many millennia, however accounts of its presence are mythical and steeped in local legends and traditions. Today however, technology and the understanding of natural history, brought this magnificent cat closer to us than ever. 
 
Native to the rocky terrains of the Tibetan plateau and Himalayas the snow leopard is adept at living in the mountains. Tick fur, large paws, a long tail and a light figure make the snow leopard a very potent and nimble hunter. Recent studies and footage reveal the snow leopards incredible capabilities. Chasing yaks, argali sheep, and ibex across sheer cliffs and steep ravines. Today, better understood, the snow leopard is a crucial member of a fragile mountain ecosytem that includes shepherds and wildlife alike. Preservation of the snow leopard means protecting local livelihoods, ecosystems and celebrating the diversity of life forms on our planet.  
 
May the spirit of the snow leopard, grace your presence and inspire you to be a force for a greener, wilder, sustainable future.