sweet Pallas's cat (兔猻,Otocolobus manul) family, in Inner Mongolia autonomous region. It is under second-class state protection in #China. There are 20,000 manul cats in China, many of whom reside on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. ❤站桩游摄 ❤❤❤ #Nature #Peace #wildlife #Chinese #love #travel | Lin hillside

The Pallas's cat (Otocolobus manul) is a unique wild feline native to Central Asia’s high-altitude steppes and rocky grasslands. Its dense fur, short legs, and flat face make it instantly recognizable. Unlike most cats, it has round pupils and a plush coat that traps heat, keeping it warm in harsh climates while providing camouflage. It appears larger than it is, helping it avoid predators. A solitary ambush hunter, the Pallas's cat preys on pikas and rodents. Habitat loss and declining prey hav