This snow leopard wanted to say hello 😍 🤯 Native to the mountain ranges of Central Asia, snow leopards (Panthera uncia) are notoriously shy and elusive. These cats are sure-footed climbers, using their long tails for balance and wide paws for traction in the snow. During summer months, they’ve even been spotted at altitudes of 6,000 meters! Which animal would you like to get up close and personal with this #EarthDay? #EarthCapture by Philippe Matteini | BBC Earth