Summary:
- Snow leopards are a vulnerable species found in the high mountain ranges of Central Asia. Their populations are threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation due to climate change.
- Researchers analyzed the genetic diversity of snow leopards across their range and found that populations in the Himalayas and Tibetan Plateau have the highest genetic diversity, which is crucial for the species' long-term survival.
- The study highlights the importance of protecting snow leopard habitats, especially in the Himalayas and Tibetan Plateau, to maintain the genetic diversity and resilience of this iconic species in the face of climate change.