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Chinese Mountain Cat Range Map (China)
Chinese Mountain Cat Range Map (China)






Latin Name Felis bieti
Conservation Status Vulnerable
Location China
Colour Yellow/Brown with Dark Markings
Length 70 - 85 cm (27.5 - 33.5 inches)
Tail 30 - 35 cm (11.8 - 13.8 inches)
Weight 4.5 - 9 kgs (9.9 - 19.8 lbs)
Life Expectancy

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Main Characteristics

Chinese Mountain Cats have a body length between 70 and 85 cms (27.5 - 33.5 inches), a tail length between 30 and 35 cms (11.8 - 13.8 inches) and they weigh between 4.5 and 9 kgs (9.9 - 19.8 lbs).

They are yellow/brown in colour with dark markings and they have a pale coloured underside.

Habitat

Chinese Mountain Cats can be found in steppe and mountain habitats in China.

Diet

Chinese Mountain Cats mainly feed on rodents, but they will also prey upon birds.

Breeding

Chinese Mountain cats produce litter of 2 - 4 kittens. The youngsters become independent at 7 - 8 months old.

Predators

Humans are predators of Chinese Mountain Cats.

Interesting Facts

Chinese Mountain Cats are also kown as:
Chinese Desert Cat