Panthera uncia
VU Carnivore Mountains, Steppes
22–75 kg
Weight
10–15 yrs
Lifespan
40–60 km/h
Top Speed
Central and South Asia
Found In
Endemic to Central and South Asia, the Snow Leopard (Panthera uncia) is a carnivore species inhabiting mountains, steppes habitats. Weighing 22–75 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Snow Leopard | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 48.5 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 3% |
| Height | 60 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 50 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 4% |
| Avg Speed | 50 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 12.5 yrs | 12.5 yrs | — 0% |
Endemic to Central and South Asia
Habitat: Mountains, Steppes
Found In: Central and South Asia
Coloration: Grayish-yellow, Black
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 90–100 days
Offspring per Birth: 1-5
Lifespan: 10–15 years
Why It Is Vulnerable
VU Listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List — one of 34 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Vulnerable Species
Ranked #20 of 34 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | Mandrill | Up to 55 kg | VU |
| 19 | Sun Bear | 27–80 kg | VU |
| 20 | Snow Leopard | 22–75 kg | VU |
| 21 | Cheetah | 20–72 kg | VU |
| 22 | King Cobra | Up to 9 kg | VU |
| 23 | Spider Monkey | 6–9 kg | VU |
Other Felidae Species
The Felidae family has 9 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| African Lion | 120–250 kg | Carnivore | VU |
| Bengal Tiger | 220–260 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| Cheetah | 20–72 kg | Carnivore | VU |
| Iberian Lynx | 9–14 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| Serval | 8–18 kg | Carnivore | LC |
| Sumatran Tiger | 47–121 kg | Carnivore | CR |
| Tiger | 100–390 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| White Tiger | 100–300 kg | Carnivore | CR |