Spotless white background and a snow leopard family of three were seen gliding across the Himalayas. This video, which went viral on social media last week, is a rare and moving sight captured by the Border Roads Organisation. 

Known for their near-camouflage and solitary nature, snow leopards are among the hardest animals in the world to spot. Many experts spend years in these mountains without ever seeing one.

All thanks to heroes like Khenrab Phuntsog and Smanla Tsering, who make these sightings possible.

Project Himank of the Border Roads Organisation shared the footage, however, the sight is more than a viral wildlife moment. It reflects years of patient work by trackers, conservationists and local communities who protect fragile habitats and reduce human–animal conflict.   

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Spotting of the elusive Snow Leopard in the High Himalayas by Project Himank@BROindia—a powerful reminder that infrastructure development and nature conservation go hand in hand.@LAHDC_LEH@lg_ladakh@adgpi…........

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