Oct. E-News: Two mothers. Two very different survival strategies 🐾

 

News from the Third Pole Hello Friends, Happy International Snow Leopard Day! We know you already love snow leopards, but today is the perfect moment to celebrate everything that makes these endangered cats so extraordinary. From the survival strategies of two different mothers to discoveries about snow leopard ancestry, this month's stories reveal just how remarkable they truly are. Thank you for strengthening our conservation efforts. You are an integral part of our snow leopard family. Latest News TWO MOTHERS. TWO DIFFERENT SURVIVAL STRATEGIES.  In the mountains of Tost, Mongolia, every snow leopard mother faces the same ultimate challenge: keeping her cubs alive. This summer, two females in our long-term ecological study chose remarkably different strategies. Which approach will give their cubs the best chance to survive? See which cat takes risks and which cat plays it safe WHAT 900,000 YEARS OF SNOW LEOPARD ANCESTRY TELLS US Our team provided crucial support for a groundbreaking genetic study that found this elusive species has the lowest genetic diversity of any big cat, including cheetahs. Find out what nearly a million years of low population means for the snow leopard's survival and how this discovery impacts how we approach conservation today. Learn why this matters SEE THE POWER OF YOUR SUPPORT IN OUR 2024 IMPACT REPORT Explore our 2024 Impact Report to learn more about the conservation breakthroughs your generosity makes possible. Every page reflects your commitment to protecting this magnificent species. Thank you for being part of these inspiring success stories. Note: We have more than 4,200 generous supporters, including over 800 anonymous donors. If your name is not listed in the acknowledgement links, you may have made your donation anonymously. If you would like your name to appear in next year’s report, please email donate@snowleopard.org Read the report here HOW HONEYBEES ARE HELPING SNOW LEOPARDS  High in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, an unlikely partnership is buzzing with possibility. Some local herding families are shifting their exclusive focus on livestock to include something sweeter—one that will make a difference for the endangered snow leopard. Beekeeping. Check out our virtual auction below to bid on honey from Kyrgyzstan before Oct. 24th. See what all the buzz is about STUNNING 2026 SNOW LEOPARD CALENDAR NOW AVAILABLE Our most popular item is back! Featuring spectacular snow leopard photos by world-class wildlife photographers, the 2026 Snow Leopard Calendar is a beautiful way to help protect these big cats. Supplies are limited this year. Once they sell out, that’s it. Get yours while you can—100% of proceeds directly benefit snow leopard protection! Order your 2026 Snow Leopard Calendar now ADOPT A SNOW LEOPARD FROM OUR RESEARCH STUDY In honor of International Snow Leopard Day, please consider a symbolic adoption of one of these iconic cats. Whether it’s for an upcoming birthday, holiday or Snow Leopard Day itself, this is the perfect gift for any nature lover. Your adoption helps fund our conservation work to protect this endangered species.  Adopt a snow leopard today DON'T MISS OUT. OUR VIRTUAL AUCTION ENDS TOMORROW! This is your final chance to bid on unique artwork, unforgettable experiences and handcrafted items from snow leopard range countries. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters who donated many of these items, all proceeds benefit snow leopard conservation. Auction ends Friday, October 24 at 6:00 PM Pacific Time. Last call to bid for a good cause Your Advocacy Earned Us a Top Rating!  We're thrilled to announce that we've earned another top rating from GreatNonprofits thanks entirely to you. Your incredible reviews are helping our ethical approach to snow leopard conservation reach more people. Thank you for making a real difference. Donate Now Other Ways to Make a Difference for Snow Leopards   • Leave a gift in your will • Shop conservation gifts that give back to snow leopards • Donate through your donor-advised fund • Join Team Snow Leopard as a monthly donor • Ask if your employer matches donations • Honor loved ones with a donation to snow leopard conservation in their name Through innovative programs, effective partnerships and the latest science, Snow Leopard Trust is saving the threatened snow leopard and improving people's lives in the snow leopard countries of South and Central Asia.

Credits: Prasen Yadav, SLCF-Mongolia, Ollie Wearn for SLT, Ali Javed, SLF-Kyrgyzstan, Sagar Gosavi, Cindy Billingsley, Ismail Shariff Continue the conversation! Follow Snow Leopard Trust on your favorite social media platforms.  Copyright © 2025 Snow Leopard Trust, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Snow Leopard Trust 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Ste 325 Seattle, WA 98103