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Domestic Cat

Felis catus

Cats are curious, playful animals that often enjoy both cuddles and quiet naps. They can live indoors or outdoors and are known for their graceful movements.

Habitat: Homes, gardens, and urban or rural areas.

Appearance

The Domestic Cat has a sleek, agile body covered in soft fur, often displaying diverse patterns like tabby stripes, calico patches, or solid colors. Its expressive face features large, often almond-shaped eyes and twitching, sensitive ears that can rotate independently.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderCarnivoraFamilyFelidaeGenusFelis
Domestic Cat
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Domestic Cat

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Common

Danger

3/5 · Moderate

Snaps

32

Interesting facts

A cat's nose print is unique, just like a human's fingerprint!

A group of cats is called a 'clowder,' but a group of kittens is a 'kindle.'

Cats can make over 100 different sounds, while dogs only make about ten!

Cats sleep around 70% of their lives, meaning they are mostly dreaming!

Special abilities

Ability

Silent Stalker

Domestic Cat has soft paw pads and retractable claws that help them walk almost silently, perfect for ambushing prey.

Ability

Night Vision Goggles

Domestic Cat can see in very dim light because of special reflective cells behind their eyes that help them hunt after dusk.

Ability

Balancing Tail

Domestic Cat has a long, muscular tail that helps them keep perfect balance when climbing, jumping, or navigating narrow spots.

Ability

Super Hearing

Domestic Cat can hear sounds at much higher frequencies than humans, helping them detect tiny prey like mice.

Measurements & details

Length
46-51 cm
Weight
3-5 kg
Lifespan
12-18 years
Top Speed
48 km/h
Litter Size
3-5
Gestation
63-67 days

Diet & Feeding

Domestic Cats are skilled hunters, primarily eating small animals like rodents and birds.

Primary Foods

  • Mice
  • Rats
  • Small birds
  • Insects
  • Lizards
  • Pet food

Foraging Method

  • Ambush

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

No aliases listed yet.

Collections

Safety

Danger

3/5 · Moderate

Be gentle and let the cat come to you — some cats don’t like sudden touches.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Domestic Cat?

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

How long is Domestic Cat?

46-51 cm

How much does Domestic Cat weigh?

3-5 kg

How long does Domestic Cat live?

12-18 years

How fast can Domestic Cat move?

48 km/h

What does Domestic Cat eat?

Domestic Cats are skilled hunters, primarily eating small animals like rodents and birds.

Where is Domestic Cat usually found?

Homes, gardens, and urban or rural areas.

How does Domestic Cat hunt?

Ambush

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