A rusty-spotted cat inspects its surroundings during a photoshoot at Exmoor Zoo. This species is one of the smallest species of cats in the world - about two times smaller than a domestic house cat. Found in India and Sri Lanka, scientists believe less than 10,000 of these cats remain in the wild. Due to habitat loss, the rusty-spotted cat will occasionally inhabit fields and plantations close to human settlements where they can easily hunt poultry. Unfortunately, these losses can take a toll on

#DidYouKnow India’s Rusty-spotted cat is one of the smallest wild cats in the world, weighing just 2 pounds? They’re often called the “hummingbirds” of the cat family! #Fact: these tiny felines are often mistaken for leopard cubs and face threats from poaching, habitat loss, and even feral dogs. With fewer than 10,000 left in our country, every kitten counts! Curious to know more? Click on the link: https://wildlifesos.org/chronological-news/know-your-indian-wild-cats/ #WildlifeSOS #Wildlifecons

The Rusty-spotted Cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus), one of the smallest wild cats in the world, is distinguished by its striking coat of rust-colored spots and its elusive, arboreal lifestyle in the forests of Sri Lanka, India, and Nepal. #srilanka #nature #wildlife #srilankawildlife #wildsrilanka #cats #srilankadaily #srilankatoday #wildlifedocumentary #lka | Aegle Creations