Sentences with phrase «for snow leopard»

Just right for a snow leopard!

With this, we created the first estimates for snow leopard prey populations.

Making it to the finals guarantees $ 10,000 for snow leopard conservation, but we find out on...

The movements between landscapes through steppe underscore the need for paying attention to the intervening steppe habitats of Central Asia while planning for snow leopard conservation.

«That may not be much for a snow leopard, but for a mere human, it was a lot of hiking — especially since these cats like to hang out near the top of mountains, not at the base.»

Everywhere we surveyed for snow leopard we found beautiful wildflowers.

«The project results will be relevant not only for snow leopard and high - mountain communities in Central Asia, and for the protection of these magnificent species, but also for all 12 snow leopard range countries who have committed to the objectives of the GSLEP programme,» stated Magdy Martínez - Solimán, UN Assistant Secretary General and Director of UNDP's Bureau for Policy and Programme Support.

Increase bilateral and regional cooperation for snow leopard conservation in transboundary landscapes.

Intensify conservation efforts in the large landscapes required for snow leopard survival by identifying and designating critical habitats of key snow leopard populations as no - go areas for destructive land uses, maintaining their integrity and connectivity through natural corridors, and strengthening their protection on the ground.

Putin, in Sochi on the eve of the mascot election, publicly voiced his preference for a snow leopard — and, sure enough, that very creature comfortably won the final balloting.

Himalayan herders are rewarded for setting aside pastures for wild sheep — a food source for snow leopards — and insuring against loss of their livestock.

And if the pika falters, it could mean trouble for an entire ecosystem: On the Tibetan Plateau, they are the most common small mammal to stay active through winter, providing one of the few foods for snow leopards, weasels, even bears.

Still, it's a fragile balance — one that could be upended all too easily: «If an epidemic, or a sustained drought, were to decimate the ungulate population for a year or so, it could have very serious consequences for the snow leopards of Tost.

Today the quality of life for snow leopards in zoos has improved greatly.

At the invitation of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, leaders from all snow leopard range countries and the international conservation community endorsed the 2017 Bishkek Declaration for Snow Leopards today at the International Snow Leopard & Ecosystem Forum.

Yet, I believe there is hope for snow leopards and other endangered high altitude wildlife if we work together.

This week has seen great news for snow leopards and the snow leopard community.

It's not impossible that Anu could have had two overlapping litters, but that would have been a first for snow leopards, and really goes against everything we know.

This information on occupancy is used to establish where we need to expand, how we need to grow our protections for snow leopards, and if there is any conflict in the region that will impact our efforts.

«It's not all about ecology of conservation for snow leopards, it's about community,» he says.

Not exact matches

While perhaps lacking the variety boasted by some big - city zoos to the south, it's well - known for an impressive collection of Arctic animals, such as polar bears, snow leopards, wolves, seals, otters and more.

I found this snow leopard sweater for $ 7, the silver circles necklace for $ 3 plus a new with tags Ann Taylor dress for $ 20 and a Gap buffalo plaid shirt for $ 8.

«It's a completely new insight, and provides a very important point for discussion on how to ensure snow leopards are protected,» says Rishi Sharma, leader of wildlife charity WWF's snow leopard programme.

More encouragingly, illegal trade in the pelts seems to be declining in China, the country where 60 per cent of snow leopards live and historically the main market for skins.

Scientists often spend days tracking rare animals such as snow leopards or orangutans for samples of DNA, for instance from hair or faeces, to understand their movements, monitor their populations and propose ways to protect them.

Since 1986, the International Union for Conservation of Nature has designated snow leopards as «endangered».

Actions identified to support snow leopard conservation in Uzbekistan are resolution of herder conflict, public awareness and education programs, introduction of ecotourism income for local communities and increase protection against illegal hunting.

Uzbekistan has identified the need to update the Strategy and National Action Plan for the Conservation of Snow Leopards.

In the case of Tost, that would add up to around 1100 ibex (or 750 argali) as a minimum for 14 snow leopards.

Given our commitment to present and future generations, we must act now with resolution and authority to protect and recover snow leopard populations and their fragile habitats for all people to enjoy.

For arthritis snow leopards are often given NSAIDs like Ibuprofen and they might also get Glucosamine and Chondroitin for joint health and perhaps steroid anti-inflammatories to manage paFor arthritis snow leopards are often given NSAIDs like Ibuprofen and they might also get Glucosamine and Chondroitin for joint health and perhaps steroid anti-inflammatories to manage pafor joint health and perhaps steroid anti-inflammatories to manage pain.

Our research in the area has proven that it's an important habitat for the endangered snow leopard and its prey species.

Their numbers appear stable - and just sufficient for now to sustain the area's snow leopard population.

Our scientists believe that it takes around 75 ibex or 50 argali per snow leopard in an ecosystem for the cats to survive.

This is crucial information for estimating how many snow leopards there really are in the wild — and den visits are the only way to obtain it.

Recognize that mountain ecosystems inhabited by snow leopards provide essential ecosystem services, including storing and releasing water from the origins of river systems benefitting one - third of the world's human population; sustaining the pastoral and agricultural livelihoods of local communities which depend on biodiversity for food, fuel, fodder, and medicine; and offering inspiration, recreation, and economic opportunities;

Appreciate the support of the Global Environment Facility, Global Tiger Initiative, Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU), Snow Leopard Conservancy, Snow Leopard Trust, United Nations Development Programme, United States Agency for International Development, World Bank, World Wildlife Fund, and others for the cause of snow leopard conservation, and invite all interested stakeholders to expand partnerships to enhance the ProgSnow Leopard Conservancy, Snow Leopard Trust, United Nations Development Programme, United States Agency for International Development, World Bank, World Wildlife Fund, and others for the cause of snow leopard conservation, and invite all interested stakeholders to expand partnerships to enhance the ProgSnow Leopard Trust, United Nations Development Programme, United States Agency for International Development, World Bank, World Wildlife Fund, and others for the cause of snow leopard conservation, and invite all interested stakeholders to expand partnerships to enhance the Progsnow leopard conservation, and invite all interested stakeholders to expand partnerships to enhance the Program.

One young biologist recently studied snow leopards in zoos to see if they had a preference for company or being on their own.

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In the wild of course, snow leopards are solitary except for a short mating time and when cubs stay with their mother till adulthood at about 2 years of age.

Affirm the need for urgent collective action to conserve snow leopards and their fragile habitats;

The current estimate for the number of snow leopards is at 20 - 50 individual cats, which is less than 1 % of the global population.

According to Namgail, some villagers expressed a wish to introduce homestays for trekkers and snow leopard enthusiasts.

It shows that this sliver of snow leopard habitat we're working to protect in Mongolia is a suitable home for this endangered cat, and could support a healthy population.»

As part of the Global Snow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection Program (GSLEP), Uzbekistan authorities are working on the development and implementation of regulations to protect the snow leopard and the appointment of groups responsible for its conservatSnow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection Program (GSLEP), Uzbekistan authorities are working on the development and implementation of regulations to protect the snow leopard and the appointment of groups responsible for its conservatsnow leopard and the appointment of groups responsible for its conservation.

For example, a snow leopard with failing eyesight might get brighter lights so she can see better and move around more easily.

The Snow Leopard Trust and the Asian World Film Festival are joining forces to raise awareness for the endangered snow leopard and its ecosystem in the high mountains of ASnow Leopard Trust and the Asian World Film Festival are joining forces to raise awareness for the endangered snow leopard and its ecosystem in the high mountains of Asnow leopard and its ecosystem in the high mountains of Asia.

John Scanlon, Secretary - General of CITES stated, «The snow leopard is an iconic species, and CITES — the global legal instrument for regulating international trade in wildlife, provides it with the highest level of protection.

Seven wildlife crime law enforcement officials in Kyrgyzstan have received a Citizen Ranger Wildlife Award for their courage in the fight against illegal hunting in the country's snow leopard habitat in 2016.

Landrovers helped us cover the huge area of snow leopard territory on our survey.We'd drive across the steppe to valleys and then walk the hills to scan for animal sign.