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What’s the world's smallest cat? Meet the tiny felines barely larger than a ruler

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Megan Shersby
What’s the world's smallest cat? Meet the tiny felines barely larger than a ruler
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This article profiles the rusty-spotted cat and the black-footed cat, the smallest feline species in Asia and Africa respectively. It details their physical characteristics, hunting behaviors, and conservation status.

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Vying for first place in the smallest cat in the world category are the rusty-spotted cat ( Prionailurus rubiginosus ) and black-footed cat ( Felis nigripes ), which are very close in size, measuring 35-48cm and 35-52cm in length respectively.

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