A sand cat that is classified in the genus Felis of the family Carnivora. One of the smallest cat breeds in the world, it is a cat that lives in the desert area. It is said to live in the Middle East, Africa. It may be difficult to meet because the environment in which it lives is such that humans do not live in it. Because it is nocturnal, it is rarely seen in the daytime. It is said that they live in caves during the day. It has a lifespan of several years in the wild and more than 10 years in captivity.
Characteristics
The ears are large, wide triangles, low on both sides of the head. It is 50 cm long and weighs 2-3 kg. The tip of the tail is black. The back is light grayish yellow. His personality is very timid. Carnivorous, small rodents (such as rats) and small birds are their main food. It doesn’t require much water.
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The habitat extends from the Middle East to Africa, including the United Arab Emirates, Algeria, Egypt, Oman, Kazakhstan, Morocco, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. It used to live in Yemen, Pakistan, Israel. However, in the last 50 years of research, no habitat was confirmed in any country, and it is said that it has become extinct.
Can’t keep
It’s a very small cute cat, but it’s not very suitable for keeping. They are very alert and has a timid personality. Its fangs are quite sharp, can bite humans. Although zoo-reared, it can be difficult to keep because it is an endangered species.
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