Gato-de-pallas
Also known as manul, Pallas' cat, Pallas's cat
genêro de felideo
AI overview
Pallas's cat is a small wild cat species found in the mountains and grasslands of Central Asia, known for its stocky build, thick fur, and flat face that gives it a distinctive appearance. Though little studied and rarely seen by humans, this species matters because understanding its habitat needs and population status helps conservationists protect the remote ecosystems where it lives.
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Species
Least ConcernMaximum longevity: 15.9 years (captivity) Observations: One captive specimen was at least 15.9 years of age when it died (Richard Weigl 2005).
via IUCN
Wikidata facts
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- Otocolobus manul -Zurich Zoo-8a.jpg
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- taxon name
- Otocolobus manul
- Commons category
- Otocolobus manul
- Commons gallery
- Otocolobus manul
- taxon common name
- palasova mačka
- gestation period
- 76
- short name
- O. manul