Japan's Feline Diplomats: The Pallas Kittens' Unlikely Rise to Fame At Kobe Animal Kingdom in Japan, five Pallas kittens are defying the conventional notion of cute and cuddly animals.
Dubbed "grumpy" by their keepers, these four males and one female have gained an unlikely following with their sullen expressions and rough around the edges demeanor.
The Pallas cat is an ancient species native to Central Asia's arid landscapes. It has only recently gained mainstream attention in Japan, where zoos traditionally prioritize more crowd pleasing exhibits.