American Shorthair
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American Shorthair
Felis catus
An American Shorthair is a sturdy, adaptable cat with a short coat. It is friendly and easy to care for.
Habitat: Homes and farms; adaptable indoors or outdoors
Appearance
The American Shorthair has a sturdy, muscular build with a broad chest and a round head featuring full cheeks and expressive eyes. Its dense, short coat comes in over 80 colors and patterns, including classic tabby markings, distinguishing it from sleeker shorthair breeds.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderCarnivoraFamilyFelidaeGenusFelis
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
An American Shorthair's purr can be at a frequency thought to promote healing in bones and muscles!
Each American Shorthair has a unique nose print, just like a human's fingerprint!
These cats once sailed on the Mayflower, helping to protect precious food supplies from rodents!
They were originally prized for their hunting skills on farms and in stores, not just as pets.
Special abilities
Ability
Silent Stalker
American Shorthair can move almost without sound because of their padded paws, which helps them stalk small prey unnoticed.
Ability
Agile Climber
American Shorthair has strong, athletic legs that help them leap and climb with impressive agility to reach high spots.
Ability
Adaptable Survivor
American Shorthair has a robust constitution that helps them thrive in diverse environments, from ships to homes.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 30-45 cm
- Weight
- 3.5-7 kg
- Lifespan
- 15-20 years
- Top Speed
- 48 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1-8
- Gestation
- 63-65 days
Diet & Feeding
These domestic carnivores enjoy a variety of foods, from commercial cat food to small hunted prey.
Primary Foods
- Commercial cat food
- Mice
- Birds
- Insects
- Rats
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Ancient Lineage
This trait signifies organisms belonging to a very old evolutionary group with ancestors dating back millions of years.
Domesticated
Domesticated refers to species that have been selectively bred and tamed by humans for specific purposes.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Carnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
American Domestic ShorthairShorthair Cat
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Handle kindly and give them space when eating.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is American Shorthair?
30-45 cm
How much does American Shorthair weigh?
3.5-7 kg
How long does American Shorthair live?
15-20 years
How fast can American Shorthair move?
48 km/h
What does American Shorthair eat?
These domestic carnivores enjoy a variety of foods, from commercial cat food to small hunted prey.
Where is American Shorthair usually found?
Homes and farms; adaptable indoors or outdoors
How does American Shorthair hunt?
Ambush
How many babies does American Shorthair usually have?
1-8
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