Snow leopard at San Diego Zoo suspected of having COVID-19, results pending By Chris Williams Snow Leopard at the San Diego Zoo Suspected Positive for COVID-19 A snow leopard at the San Diego Zoo is suspected of being positive for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that leads to COVID-19, after several initial tests found the pathogen, the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance said. (Credit: San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance via Storyful) SAN DIEGO - San Diego Zoo officials suspect an unvaccinated male snow leopard has tested positive for COVID-19, according to a press release. Zookeepers said they noticed the animal had a cough and nasal discharge earlier this week. They collected fecal samples, which confirmed the presence of the coronavirus. The California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory System also received a sample and confirmed the presence of the coronavirus.