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Snow leopard, Uncia uncia or Panthera uncia Endangered
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Snow leopard, Uncia uncia or Panthera uncia Endangered
Snow leopard, Uncia uncia or Panthera uncia. Endangered.. Drawn from a living specimen in the Tower of London, and a stuffed specimen in the British Museum. Handcolored engraving on steel by William Lizars after an illustration by Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Mammals, Edinburgh, 1834
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Colonel Endangered Hamilton Jardine Leopard Lizars Naturalist Panthera Smith Uncia
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This handcolored engraving showcases the majestic Snow Leopard, Uncia uncia or Panthera uncia, an endangered big cat species native to the mountain ranges of Central and South Asia. The image is derived from both a living specimen housed in the Tower of London and a stuffed specimen in the British Museum, meticulously documented and illustrated by Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith for Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Mammals, published in Edinburgh in 1834. The Snow Leopard, also known as the ounce or white panther, is characterized by its thick, white fur, black spots, and distinctive ear tufts. This elusive and powerful predator thrives in high altitude environments, roaming across rocky terrain and snowy landscapes. With a body length of up to 2.5 meters and weighing up to 150 pounds, the Snow Leopard is the largest of the big cats native to Asia. Unfortunately, this magnificent creature is currently listed as endangered due to habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict. The Snow Leopard's population is estimated to be between 3,500 and 7,000 individuals, and conservation efforts are underway to protect and preserve this iconic species and its fragile mountain habitats. This exquisite handcolored engraving, produced by William Lizars, offers a glimpse into the natural history of the Snow Leopard and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the world's endangered species and their habitats for future generations to appreciate and admire.
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