The Manul cat, also known as Pallas’ cat, is a wild cat species found in Central Asia that is at risk of becoming threatened. They are easily recognizable by their round pupils, short legs, and flat-looking face with wide-set ears that make for some hilarious expressions. Interestingly, their scientific name, Otocolobus, means ‘ugly-eared,’ which may explain why they often appear annoyed. Despite their fluffy appearance, they are similar in size and weight to domestic cats and prefer to live in high altitudes up to 15,000ft with cold temperatures. Due to their short stature, they are not great runners and prefer to hide in crevasses under boulders if they need to escape. While they may seem like an exciting pet with their expressive faces, their solitary and wild nature, as well as high mortality rates at low altitudes, limits them primarily to professional zoos.
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