Pallas's Cat
- beayeager1
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
Updated: 4 days ago
About
The Pallas's Cat, (Otocolobus maul) is named after Peter Simon Pallas, in 1776. They are a small, wild cat that is found primarily in Mongolia and Central Asia.
Features
The fur of the Pallas's Cat is very dense, almost a plush texture, and their ears are small, rounded, and set low on the sides of their heads. They are the size of the average domestic cat, 46-65cm (18-26 inches) with a long tail that often has seven black rings and a black tip. Their body is stocky and because their fur is so dense, they give the appearance of being a chonk.
Habitat
The Pallas's Cat is found in Mongolia and Central Asia. Their body shape and fur texture is well designed for camouflaged and survival in the harsh environment of the Steppes. They are labeled by the IUCN Red List as Least Concerned, although there is some threat from poaching and environmental factors.
Key Habitat Features
Terrain: Rocky areas, scree slopes, ravines, montane grasslands, and steppes.
Climate: Cold, dry continental climate with a wide range of temperatures
Shelter: Rock crevices, abandoned burrows, and dens.
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