Snow leopards, often called the ghosts of the mountains, are elusive and majestic big cats that prowl the rugged peaks of Central and South Asia, from the towering Himalayas to the remote Altai and Tien Shan ranges. Perfectly adapted to life at breathtaking altitudes between 9,800 and 17,000 feet, they navigate sheer cliffs and rocky terrain with unmatched agility, their thick, spotted coats blending seamlessly into the snow-dusted landscape. With only 4,000 to 6,500 left in the wild, these rare