Skier suffers brutal mauling after stepping within 10 feet of snow leopard for photo, video shows

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Bonny ChuJanuary 27, 2026 at 01:18 AM
Skier suffers brutal mauling after stepping within 10 feet of snow leopard for photo, video shows

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On Friday around 7 p.m. in Fuyun County, China, a skier was mauled by a snow leopard after approaching within 10 feet of the animal to take a photo. The woman, who was reportedly trying to get a better angle for a picture, was attacked when the leopard pounced, resulting in severe facial injuries. Witnesses helped guide her away, and she was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. Authorities had issued warnings about snow leopard sightings in the area prior to the incident, noting the animals' potential for aggression and advising people not to approach them. The leopard was reportedly lingering in the area due to a lack of food. A ski instructor waving his poles drove the predator off.

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