The Manul Cat: World's Most Expressive Cat

Manul cat (Scientific name: Otocolobus manul) is an endangered wild species found in the savannas and montane steppes of Central Asia. These are commonly known as Pallas’ cats. Their distinguished features include round eyes, legs shorter than normal cats’ legs, and a wide, leveled face with broad-set ears. These features can sometimes lead to the funniest expressions, and Manul cats are known for it!

Pallas' cats are estimated to survive in the wilderness for up to six years, but due to hunters and other dangers, their lifespan is likely to be half that length. They are known to have lived in captivity for about 12 years. In 2002, the International Union for Nature Conservation considers the classes of Pallas cat's imminent threats as follows.