Mongolia launched a vibrant campaign this weekend to protect its iconic snow leopards, those elusive 'ghosts of the mountains,' ahead of International Snow Leopard Day on October 23. 🌨️ The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Mongolia led the charge with educational workshops, art exhibitions, and community talks in the capital Ulan Bator.
'These cats are more than symbols – they're guardians of our ecosystems,' said a WWF Mongolia spokesperson. Attendees learned how shrinking habitats and climate change threaten the species, with fewer than 1,000 snow leopards left in Mongolia’s rugged landscapes.
Why It Matters 💡
Snow leopards keep mountain food chains in check, but their survival impacts everyone: healthy leopard populations mean stable water sources for millions across Asia. 📉🐾
The event also teased future plans, including wildlife corridors and high-tech tracking collars. Want to help? Share 🐆 emojis this month to spread awareness – because even small actions can roar loudly. 🔈
