In a thrilling discovery, infrared cameras captured an Asian golden cat prowling through Tibet's Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon at 4,415 meters – the highest altitude ever recorded for this elusive species!
Scientists from the Shan Shui Conservation Center spotted the medium-sized feline – about 2-3 times larger than your average house cat – during routine monitoring. 'The adult cat appeared curious, scanning its surroundings before casually strolling past our camera,' said director Zhao Xiang, describing the first-ever video evidence of these cats at such heights.
Dubbed 'fire cats' for their reddish-gold coats , these endangered predators play a crucial role in Himalayan ecosystems. Listed as China's top protected animal and globally endangered by IUCN, this sighting offers new hope for conservation efforts.
Researchers say the discovery could rewrite what we know about high-altitude wildlife survival – proving nature still has surprises up its sleeve!
– the highest altitude ever recorded for this elusive species! 
, these endangered predators play a crucial role in Himalayan ecosystems. Listed as China's top protected animal and globally endangered by IUCN, this sighting offers new hope for conservation efforts. 
