Cub Condundrum

A tiny snow leopard cub (Panthera uncia) at the Toronto Zoo has gone and gotten themselves in quite the pickle. Though snow leopards are quite adept at mountain climbing, this little one (still figuring out coordination issues) seems to have bitten off more than it could chew.

A few distressing chirps later and it abandons its ascent to reunite with mum for comfort. More attempts awaited and with this cub's energy and persistence, the mountain did not remain unconquered for long.

Now with Video! [link]

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Snow leopards are found in mountainous central Asia, also called "the roof of the world". They are acclimated for some of the harshest terrain and climate in the world and are extremely elusive. Sadly, snow leopards are not elusive enough to escape the hand of man. They are an endangered species and there may be as few as 3,000 left in the wild with populations decreasing. Individuals are often the victims of revenge killing after taking village livestock, poaching for their bones and skin, prey depletion and habitat loss.

Please visit [link] for more information on snow leopards and how you can help.