Her large paws give an excellent grip
and that long tail helps her balance.
Silently she positions herself above her prey.
She returns with nothing.
Golden eagles patrol these cliffs
in search of the weak or injured.
With a two-metre wingspan
this bird could easily take a young markhor.
Eagles hunt by sight
and the thickening veil of snow
forces them to give up.
For the leopard the snow provides cover
and creates an opportunity.
The worsening weather dampens the sound of her approach
allowing her to get within striking distance.
It was an act of desperation
to try and catch such a large animal.
Wolves have made a kill
giving other hunters a chance to scavenge.