Wesman todd shaw from kaufman, texas on january 18, 2012: There are 88 million cats kept as pets! It also seems to be highly adapted to its environment.
Sand Cats Are Carnivores And Eat Rodents, Birds, Hares, Reptiles, And Even Insects.
Nevertheless, the sand cat is the least. The sand cat is a relatively small animal that can reach 15 to 20 inches in length including head and body. Yes, the sand cat's face is interesting!
They Are The Only Cats Known To Adapt To Deserts As Their Primary Habitat.
The ears are set low and measure 2 to 2.8 inches, giving a flat appearance. The legs are short, but the tail is relatively long measuring between 9 and 12 inches. Body length ranges from 18 to 22.5 inches (45 to 57 centimeters), with the tail adding on an extra 11 to 14 inches (28 to 35 centimeters).
The Sand Cat Is A Small, Solitary Cat Native To Africa And Asia's Deserts.
The sand cat’s bite force quotient is the highest among all cats (felis). An ancient muslim story says sand cats accompanied the prophet muhammad and his daughter in a journey. It has large ears and a broad head, and a reddish streak that runs from its eyes across its cheeks.
They Are Unique Felines Due To Their Desert Habitat, And Have A Few Characteristics To Help Them Survive This Environment.
Reddish line runs from the corner of the eyes down to the cheeks. The foot pads are covered with thick hair to tread easily on moving sands and also to insulate the feet from the surface heat. It possesses a stocky build, with short legs and a rather long tail.