We hope you enjoy this unique footage of two snow leopard cubs found thriving in Khunjerab National Park, Gilgit-Baltistan Living in rugged terrain, snow leopards are the keystone species balancing the ecosystem. Their presence indicates the good health of their high-altitude habitat.
If they thrive, so will countless other species and the millions of people whose lives depend on the silt-laden rivers flowing down from the glaciers.
Snow leopards have evolved to live in some of the harshest conditions on Earth, at elevations from 3,000 to 4,500 m (9,800 to 14,800 ft)
It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, the global population is fewer than 10,000 individuals.
A recent WWF report estimates that between 221 and 450 snow leopards are killed worldwide each year. About 55% of these deaths occur when locals kill invading leopards in response to cattle hunting.
Snow leopard habitats in Pakistan are found on an area of 80,000 square kilometers.
For the past five decades, WWF Pakistan has been working to manage parks in the country, reduce conflicts between snow leopards and local communities, promote rural development, reduce illegal trade in endangered species, and protect endangered wildlife. Is.
We must recognize the importance of the population supporting this breed, not only for the sustainability of local livelihoods but also for the livelihoods of millions of people. Are
"It is also important to determine the number of wildlife in the area so that effective arrangements can be made for their habitat.
Snow leopards are in danger & their lives are at risk due to various reasons especially in Pakistan they're treated badly in zoo & even in the national park, Three snow leopard cubs died in Peshawar in last month, WWF is very concerned over the persistent mistreatment and apparent ineffective management of animals at Pakistan's Zoo, especially in light of the death of a rare white lion in Karachi & Peshawar.
These incidents are not a standalone event and the zoo has experienced the loss of several rare animals in the past, reportedly due to a lack of staff with relevant expertise and resources.
Recently Prime minister of Pakistan Imran Khan shared a video of snow leopards on his Twitter account but above all, he should make a unique & proper policy to make sure the health of snow leopards.
Though WWF-Pakistan’s primary mandate is the protection and conservation of wildlife species and their habitat, they have been helping zoos in improving their management and welfare standards.
Though zoos as important facilities for spreading the message of conservation awareness amongst the masses, this should not be at the cost of animal welfare.
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