A number of Indian snow leopards fast facts have
been presented here. Check out interesting facts about snow leopard of
India.
Snow Leopard Facts
Snow leopard is a beautiful animal, which is found
inhabiting higher altitudes. It bears a close resemblance to cheetah and
is believed to be of Uncia genus. Snow leopard has a furry and heavy
tail, which may grow to a length of 39 inches. Classified as an
endangered species, it has a dwindling population, which is presently
between 3,500 and 7,000. Through this article, we have provided some
interesting facts about the snow leopard of India. Read on to explore
snow leopards fast facts:
| Kingdom: |
Animalia |
| Scientific Name: |
Panthera uncia |
| Class: |
Mammalia |
| Order: |
Carnivora |
| Family: |
Felidae |
| Genus: |
Uncia |
| Species: |
U. uncial |
| Length (head and body): |
47 inches to 59 inches |
| Length (tail): |
31 inches to 39 inches |
| Weight: |
Upto 75 kg |
| Average Lifespan: |
15 years to 18 years |
| Status: |
Endangered |
| Diet: |
Carnivorous |
| Mating Season: |
January to May |
| Gestation Period: |
98 days to 103 days |
| Afghanistan |
100 to 200 |
| Bhutan |
100 to 200 |
| China |
2,000 to 5,000 |
| India |
200 to 600 |
| Kazakhstan |
100 to 200 |
| Kyrgyz Republic |
150 to 500 |
| Mongolia |
500 to 1000 |
| Nepal |
300 to 500 |
| Pakistan |
200 to 420 |
| Tajikistan |
180 to 220 |
| Uzbekistan |
20 to 50 |