AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The sand cat’s claws on the forelimbs are short and very sharp, and claws on the hind feet are small and blunt. The undersides of its paws are protected from extreme temperatures by a thick covering of fur.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sand cats eat primarily small rodents, occasionally hares, birds, spiders, insects and reptiles. They are fearless snake hunters-their prey can include venomous vipers and other snakes. Living in a relatively desolate habitat, sand cats are opportunistic feeders out of necessity.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sand cats prey on many small species like rodents, reptiles, birds, and even venomous snakes! Sand cats have amazing hearing to help them detect prey underground and claws and sharp teeth to hunt. If the sand cat does not finish eating their prey, they will bury it to eat for later.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sand Cats are prolific diggers. Digging is necessary to construct and improve burrows, and dig rodents out of the sand. Their claws do not fully retract and are not very sharp, as there is little opportunity to sharpen them in the desert and they are likely blunted by digging.