A skiing tourist was attacked by a snow leopard after trying to take a selfie with the rare beast in China. Local authorities warned citizens that multiple sightings of snow leopards had been reported in the Geopark in recent days, stating: 'Recently, snow leopard activity has been detected in Gem Valley, Keketuohai. 'Snow leopards are large predators with strong aggressive tendencies. China is home to the highest number of wild snow leopards in the world, according to the Snow Leopard Trust. The country has around 60 per cent of the world's snow leopard population, but attacks on humans are considered rare as the animals are known for their shy and elusive nature.

Source: Daily Mail January 26, 2026 12:44 UTC