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Cat

Felis catus

Cats are soft and playful animals that love to nap in the sun. They have sharp claws for climbing and hunting. Cats can purr when they are happy and make great companions.

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The Cat is a small, agile mammal with soft fur that comes in a vast array of colors and patterns, from solid black to striped tabby or spotted. It has large, expressive eyes and often perked ears, with a long, balancing tail.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderCarnivoraFamilyFelidaeGenusFelis
Cat
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Cat

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

Snaps

57

Interesting facts

Cats purr not just when happy, but also when hurt or stressed to self-soothe.

Cats sleep for about 70% of their lives, saving energy for their active hours.

Each cat's nose print is unique, just like human fingerprints are!

The oldest cat on record lived to be an amazing 38 years old!

Special abilities

Ability

Night Vision Pro

Cat can see well in dim light because of a special reflective layer behind its eyes that helps them hunt at night.

Ability

Agile Climber

Cat has super flexible spines and strong claws that helps them climb trees and fences with ease.

Ability

Silent Stalker

Cat can walk almost silently because of padded paws and retractable claws that help them sneak up on prey.

Ability

Super Hearing

Cat can rotate its ears 180 degrees to pinpoint faint sounds, helping them locate tiny prey.

Measurements & details

Length
46-51 cm
Weight
2.5-7 kg
Lifespan
12-18 years
Top Speed
48 km/h
Litter Size
3-5
Gestation
63-65 days

Diet & Feeding

Cats love to hunt and eat small animals like mice and birds, using their sharp teeth and claws.

Primary Foods

  • mice
  • small birds
  • insects
  • commercial cat food

Foraging Method

  • Ambush

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

FelineHouse Cat

Collections

Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Approach cats calmly and let them come to you. Be gentle and avoid touching their belly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Cat?

The easiest way to identify Cat is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How long is Cat?

46-51 cm

How much does Cat weigh?

2.5-7 kg

How long does Cat live?

12-18 years

How fast can Cat move?

48 km/h

What does Cat eat?

Cats love to hunt and eat small animals like mice and birds, using their sharp teeth and claws.

Where is Cat usually found?

Urban areas

How does Cat hunt?

Ambush

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