What Happened During the Snow Leopard AttackAccording to local reports, the female skier was on the slopes when she noticed a snow leopard nearby. The snow leopard suddenly lunged, knocking her to the ground and mauling her head and upper body. 🐆 A snow leopard attacks a skier in North China. Why Snow Leopard Attacks Are Extremely RareSnow leopards are considered elusive and typically avoid human contact. Warnings Were Already in PlaceLocal authorities had previously warned visitors about snow leopard sightings in the area.