In a scene straight out of a winter fairy tale, a stunning golden-coated Pallas’s cat was recently spotted roaming the frosty grasslands of Hulunbuir in north China . With temperatures plunging to a bone-chilling -30°C (-22°F), this fluffy wild cat’s shimmering fur and steely survival skills have stolen hearts worldwide
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Known for their grumpy-looking faces and extreme cold tolerance, Pallas’s cats are already rare . But this golden variant – possibly a genetic marvel – has researchers buzzing
. Local wildlife experts say such sightings could help conservation efforts for these ‘mini snow leopards’ of the grasslands.
The viral footage shows the cat navigating ice-crusted terrain like a pro, its golden-tipped fur blending with frozen reeds . Social media users are dubbing it a ‘2024 good luck charm’, with one commenter joking: ‘This cat radiates main-character energy!’
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