Following our initial ascent into the Tibetan Plateau, the expedition intensifies. Survival in this oxygen-deprived "death zone" requires extraordinary adaptations. While we encounter unique Himalayan wildlife like the Tibetan Fox and Pikas, our goal remains the elusive apex predator.
Guided by circling griffon vultures, nature's cleanup crew, the team locates a fresh kill. The stakes rise as we set up a stealth hide near the carcass. In a dramatic turn of events, the Snow Leopard emerges from the rocks to reclaim its prey. This is the moment we have been waiting for: a rare, intimate look at the master of the Himalayas in its natural habitat.Documentary: On The Trail Of The Snow Leopard
Documentary: On The Trail Of The Snow Leopard
Director: Stéphane Jacques
Production: ARTE France & ZED (2019)
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