This image of a Snow Leopard at Marwell Zoo in Hampshire, UK was taken when the animals were in their old enclosure. The older enclosure allowed the public to get very close to the animals when they were at the enclosure’s limits. Much better for the animals now, is their brand new, purpose built £500,000 enclosure, giving them more room to roam and pools for bathing, and a cave for shelter. The money was finally raised by The Marwell Zoological Society and The Marwell Preservation Trust, who jointly own the Zoo.

Date: 10/04/05

Location: Marwell Zoo, Hampshire, UK.

Photographer: Roy Stoliday