Which of these is the national animal of Afghanistan?

The snow leopard is the national animal of Afghanistan. It inhabits the rugged and mountainous terrain of Central Asia and the Himalayan region at elevations between 2,000 and 6,000 meters.

It is a mammal belonging to the family of the Felids, in the order of 'carnivores'. It receives the scientific name Uncia uncia.

Long thick hair, short legs with large claws, and proportionately long and thick tail are all adaptations that allow the snow leopard to survive in a very harsh habitat and climate. The light yellowish or greyish color with rosettes on its coat also provides a superb camouflage when it comes to stalking its prey.

Usually, mothers have 2 cubs, but can be 1 to 5. Mating occurs between December and March, and most births occur after 100 days of gestation.