A number of Indian snow leopards fast facts have been presented here. Check out interesting facts about snow leopard of India.

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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