Tracking the snow cat of Ice Mountain

Article Abstract:

Snow leopard preservation efforts by Russian biologist Eugene Koshkarev are hampered by the lack of technology and the attitudes of the local population. Without access to radio-collars until recently, the biologists have had to use low-tech research methods such as field observation. The chabani, or semi-nomadic herders of Central Asia, fear the leopards as predators and set traps. Local governments also allow hunting.

Natural history, Central Asia

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A champion for the elusive snow leopard

Article Abstract:

Dr. George B. Schaller's research on snow leopards provided more information about this animal, and was influential in the creation of the Shey-Phoksundo National Park and Khunjerab National Park, in Nepal and Pakistan, respectively. His works contributed much to wildlife studies.

United States, Science & research, Appreciation, Discovery and exploration, Zoologists, Schaller, George

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Intruders in the snow

Article Abstract:

The authors discuss the negative impacts of snowmobile use on wildlife in National Parks. Efforts to ban snowmobiles on grounds that they pollute the air and water, create noise, and imperil animals are outlined.

Planning, Environmental aspects, Wildlife conservation, National parks and reserves, National parks, Snowmobiles

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