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Snow Leopard (Uncia uncia) * Family: Felidae, * Subfamily: Pantherinae, * Genus: Uncia, * Class: Mammalia, * Phylum: Chordata, * Order: Carnivora, * Type: Mammal, * Diet: Carnivore, * Size: Head and body 3.9-4.9 feet (120-150cm) tail length up to 3.3 feet (about 99cm), * Weight: 77-163 pounds (35-74kg), * Longevity: about 10-15 years (15-21 in captivity) * Protection status: Endangered, * Sci Name: Uncia uncia, ** These rare, beautiful gray leopards live in the mountains of Central Asia. They are insulated by thick hair, and their wide, fur-covered feet act as natural snowshoes. Snow leopards have powerful legs and are tremendous leapers, able to jump as far as 50 feet (15 meters). They use their long tails for balance and as blankets to cover sensitive body parts against the severe mountain chill. More info: en.wikipedia.org
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