sand cat

US /ˈsænd ˌkæt/
UK /ˈsænd ˌkæt/
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zandkat

a small, pale, sandy-colored wild cat (Felis margarita) native to desert areas of North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, known for its ability to survive in extreme desert conditions.

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The sand cat's large ears help it detect prey moving underground.
De grote oren van de zandkat helpen hem prooien ondergronds te detecteren.
Conservation efforts are underway to protect the endangered sand cat population.
Er zijn inspanningen gaande om de bedreigde populatie zandkatten te beschermen.