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August 28, 2023
Can Sand Cats Survive Without Water? And Other Questions, Answered ›
With their big ears, wide eyes and furry paws, sand cats may look adorable… but they’re quite tough! Sand cats are the only members of the cat family that live exclusively in desert environments. Get to know these hardy felines in this Q&A.
October 10, 2020
Elderly Sand Cat Dies at Smithsonian’s National Zoo ›
Small Mammal House keepers at Smithsonian’s National Zoo are mourning the loss of Thor, an elderly male sand cat who was humanely euthanized Sept. 29 due to a recent and irreversible decline in health. He was 14 years old.
September 21, 2015
Small Mammal Q&A: Learn About Sand Cats ›
Biologist Kenton Kerns and keeper Maria Montgomery share the scoop on the Zoo's sand cats in the latest Q & A.