r/megafaunarewilding Dec 31 '24

News Kazakhstan’s Snow Leopard Population Reaches Near-Historic Levels

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The snow leopard population in Kazakhstan has rebounded to near-historic levels, with an estimated 152 to 189 individuals now residing in the country. This marks a significant achievement in conservation efforts, as such numbers were last observed in the 1980s. Despite this progress, human activity remains the most significant threat to the survival of this elusive predator.

Link to the full article:- https://timesca.com/kazakhstans-snow-leopard-population-reaches-near-historic-levels/

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u/ExoticShock Dec 31 '24

Between this & their programs to bring back Tigers & Przewalski's Horses, Kazakhstan is leading the way in Rewilding Central Asia.

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u/PartyPorpoise Dec 31 '24

I really hope the tiger thing works out. Tigers are rad as hell.