Stuckey, Rachel
Bringing Back the Snow Leopard
- ISBN 13:
- 9780778763277
- author:
- Stuckey, Rachel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Crabtree Publishing Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 32
- Dimensions:
- 8.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)
- Genre:
- Animals / General Juvenile Nonfiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Snow Leopard's Future: A Story of Conservation Efforts The snow leopard, native to south Asia and eastern Europe, faces significant threats to its survival. Habitat loss, poaching, and reduced food sources have pushed the species towards decline. However, collaborative programs across borders and with local communities have shown promise in stabilizing populations and benefiting the big cat's main prey, wild sheep and goats. These conservation efforts focus on reducing hunting pressure and promoting sustainable grazing practices among livestock. By working together with local people and supporting their livelihoods, conservationists aim to protect the snow leopard's habitat and ensure a stable food source for the species. This book provides an in-depth look at these conservation efforts and the challenges they face.