The Arabian sand cat (Felis margarita harrisoni) is a small felid adapted to desert regions from North Africa to Central Asia. Dense fur grows on the soles of its feet and in its ears for protection against sand and insulation, and its coat serves both for warmth and camouflage. It is nocturnal and solitary, using acute hearing to locate, dig out, and capture rodents, birds, reptiles, and insects. It obtains much of its moisture from prey. Breeding varies by region, occurring about once or twice a year and producing relatively small litters. Population density is low and the species is difficult to observe; its current conservation status is Near Threatened.