By John Q. Hosedrinker 
In a rare incident at the Keketuohai Scenic Area in China, a female skier was attacked by a snow leopard while reportedly attempting to take a selfie. The attack was captured on video, showing the animal approaching and biting the skier before retreating. The injured woman was taken to the hospital and is in stable condition. Despite snow leopards being generally shy and elusive, with no verified instances of attacks on humans, they are a vulnerable species with as few as 3,920 worldwide facing threats such as poaching, habitat loss, and climate change.
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Getting attacked by a snow leopard while trying to take a photo is a truly shocking event, isn’t it? The sheer rarity of these encounters makes it something that immediately grabs your attention. It’s not every day you hear about a human getting mauled by a snow leopard – these creatures are notoriously elusive and generally avoid contact with humans. The fact that the person in question was apparently trying to capture a picture, and not just any picture but a selfie, adds another layer of… well, let’s just say it adds to the narrative. It suggests a certain disregard for personal safety, and an underestimation of the animal’s behavior.
A “photo” in the context of wildlife implies a level of distance and respect for the animal’s space, right? But a selfie? A selfie requires you to be right up close. This is a crucial distinction. It’s a fundamental misunderstanding of how to interact with a wild animal, especially one that, while not typically aggressive toward humans, still possesses the tools necessary to cause serious harm. The situation brings to mind the ongoing issues in places like Banff National Park, where tourists are constantly trying to get close to wildlife, even bears, for the sake of a photo. It’s hard not to feel a sense of… exasperation.
People really are, as the expression goes, that fucking stupid, aren’t they? The comments already paint a pretty clear picture. This isn’t just a random act of nature; this sounds like a consequence of reckless behavior. It’s a case of someone seemingly not grasping the inherent risks involved. The “leopard ate my face” crowd is no doubt going to have a field day with this story. The fact that this individual was attempting to get close enough to a snow leopard to get a selfie? It just screams poor judgment.
This whole scenario is almost unprecedented. Documentaries show these animals are generally very reserved. It’s really quite remarkable that a snow leopard, which typically shies away from human contact, would attack. The important question is, what about the snow leopard? Hopefully, the animal isn’t harmed or penalized because of this person’s recklessness. The article mentions the injured person is in stable condition, which is a relief. But the focus really does have to include the snow leopard.
Now, it’s not just a photo; it’s a selfie. Ahhh, a stupid person. The comments on the situation are absolutely on point. This person likely didn’t think about the repercussions of their actions. There’s almost certainly someone else out there taking selfies with elk or bison, somewhere. It’s a near certainty. This is the rare instance where victim-blaming feels completely justified, because it feels like a blatant disregard for the animal’s space and a misunderstanding of how wild animals behave.
If you ever find yourself in the presence of a wild animal, of any kind, the most sensible thing to do is to back away. Do not approach it. Do not attempt to interact with it. Just leave it alone. Human beings, despite being capable of terrible things, are at least socialized to a degree to avoid doing so. Wild animals and even domesticated animals, they can’t be responsible in the same way. The responsibility rests with the human.
In this instance, it seems like the incident is almost entirely the tourist’s fault. It’s a case of someone pushing their luck and the natural world responding in kind. The incident is a very clear lesson on personal space, boundaries and consent. The “snow leopard teaches proper social distancing to a human who invaded their personal space” is spot on.
Now the snow leopards have ruined their perfect record. The chances of this happening in the first place are tiny. The incident appears to be a clear example of natural selection in action. It is extremely unfortunate that the leopard will now likely be killed as a consequence of this human’s poor decision. Snow leopards are incredibly beautiful animals.
The desire to experience a snow leopard, is totally understandable. They did indeed experience a leopard. The irony is almost too much to handle. The selfie crowd never fails to impress with their antics, does it? The story could be summed up with “Leopard Eats Face,” which is a harsh but perhaps accurate summary.
The fact that the person was even able to get close enough to be mauled by a snow leopard is somewhat impressive in a twisted way. When you turn away from a lot of cats, they approach quickly. This can be attributed to the selfie mode and the predators that it provokes.
The comments here show a perfect example of Darwin theory proofing. Hopefully, the snow leopard is okay and unharmed in any way. The “Darwin Award” is probably on its way.
I feel for the leopard. Unfortunately, the animal is in danger of being killed because of human stupidity. This brings a whole new meaning to “leopard ate my face.” There is a strong feeling that this could have been avoided entirely. So, a literal example of “leopard ate my face” scenario. The whole situation is just a shame.
The experience they wanted may have been getting to get a picture, or even a video. But they got more than they bargained for. A video of the actual attack itself is almost a certainty. The fact that this was all caused by a selfie… well, it speaks volumes.