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Scientific names
The scientific name for domestic cats is Felis catus. This is the scientific classification of domestic cats:
Kingdom : Animalia
Phylum : Chordata
Clade: Synapsida
Class: Mammalia
Order: Carnivora
Family: Felidae
Genus: Felis
Species: Felis catus
Cat is a mammal type animal and omnivore in general. It has good eyesight and hearing, and also a flexible body. There are more than 82 million domestic cats spread all over the world.
Sub species:
1. Persian
2. Siamese
3. Sphinx
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How Do Cats Communicate With Each Other?
Cats use a complicated method of communication. Did you know there are 3 primary ways they "talk" to each other?
Every species has its own way of communication. As I watch my sister’s cats frolicking together, I often wonder, How do cats communicate with each other?
Cats use a complicated method of communication. There are three ways they tend to “talk.” They sometimes converse with humans in the same manner. According to theASPCA Complete Guide to Cats, humans are so focused on speech, we sometimes don’t pick up on a feline’s subtler expressions.
3 Ways of Communication Between Cats
1. Vocal
Your cat uses vocalization to tell other cats (or you) what she needs. Different pitches, as well as the intensity and volume of her meowing, reflect her different emotional and physical requirements.
Loud meowing indicates anxiety and fear, while less intense meowing is her way of showing confidence and contentment.
Sounds include:
Murmurs (purring)
Vowel sounds (meowing)
High-intensity growls and howls
2. Body Language
To interpret a cat’s subtle body language, you need to consider the combination of all her features and movements. Understanding her moves (of the eyes, ears and tail) along with her body position can tell you a lot about what exactly is on her mind.
Cats take on different postures for different situations, either in the presence of other cats or humans. But I’ll simplify things by saying that basically these movements break down into two categories:
“Come closer.”
Or “Go away.”
Rolling over and showing her tummy is her way of issuing a “Come closer” invitation. A female cat in heat may use this tactic to let her male mate know she wants to get physical. On the other end of the spectrum, arching her back, puffing up her stiffened tail, baring her teeth, unsheathing her claws — that all basically means, “Go away! I will fight if I have to.”
3. Scented Markings
A cat’s main form of communication is through scents. If you have more than one cat, you may see them butting heads or rubbing their cheeks together. This natural rubbing occurs only when the cats are comfy with each other.
According to The Cat Bible, facial glands release pheromones containing personal information about the cat’s age, weight, health and reproductive status. Cats use scents (ranging from urine and feces to scents released by paw pads or the facial glands) to leave messages to other cats. Scents are used to mark territory, to threaten or to announce a cat’s presence.
The next time I see those two frolicking kitties over at my sister’s house, instead of wondering, “How do cats communicate with each other?”, I’ll probably find myself trying to figure out what they will be saying next.
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Here are 20 interesting cat facts you may not know:
1. The average cat sleeps 16-18 hours per day.
2. Calico cats are almost always female.
3. Most cats are lactose intolerant and should not be given cow’s milk.
4. Cats knead with their paws when they are happy.
5. A male cat is called a “Tom” and a female cat is called a “Queen.”
6. Cats can get tapeworm from eating mice.
7. Cats have more than 100 different vocal sounds.
8. An adult cat has 30 adult teeth.
9. Cats can run up to 30 miles per hour.
10. A cat can jump approximately seven times its height.
11. A female cat carries her kittens for about 58-65 days before they are born.
12. Cats cannot taste anything sweet.
13. A cat’s sense of smell is approximately 14 times greater than that of a human.
14. A group of kittens is called a kindle; a group of adult cats is called a clowder.
15. Cats have five toes on each front paw, but only four toes on each back paw.
16. Cats who fall five stories have a 90 percent survival rate.
17. A cat’s whiskers aren’t just for show – they help cats detect objects and navigate in the dark.
18. Cats cannot see in complete darkness, only at low light levels.
19. Humans greet each other by shaking hands; cats greet one another by touching their noses together.
20. Cats have sandpaper-like tongues that they use to clean groom themselves.
21. Unlike humans, cats only sweat through their paws. This is why you may see them leave moist paw prints in the summer time!
Source:
http://cattime.com/cat-facts/kittens/1773-20-cat-facts-to-share-with-kids#8w16PqIulLIReo0e.99
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Black cats have been associated with bad luck and evil for hundreds of years. But why? How exactly did a cuddly little kitty cat get such a bad reputation? After all, things certainly didn't start that way for the humble feline. Over 5,000 years ago, the ancient Egyptians revered and even worshipped cats. A person caught killing a cat could face the death penalty.
So what happened? Most historians trace superstitions about black cats back to Europe in the Middle Ages. At that time, some older women were accused of witchcraft and practicing black magic. Many of these women had cats as companions, so they became guilty by association.
This belief was solidified by a piece of widespread folklore that began circulating in the mid-16th century. According to legend, a father and son were traveling together on a moonless night, when a black cat crossed their path.
They threw stones at the cat until the poor, injured animal found its way into the nearby home of a woman suspected of being a witch. The next day, the father and son saw the woman bruised and limping, which led them to begin telling everyone that the woman — and thus all other witches — could turn into black cats at night to prowl the streets unnoticed.
This belief was eventually echoed in America during the time of the Salem witch trials. Of course, the association between black cats and evil or bad luck is nothing more than a superstition. Still, it remains a belief held by many people. In fact, the next time Halloween rolls around, take notice of how many black cats you see on Halloween decorations.
It's not all bad news for black cats, however. There are some places in the world where black cats are honored. For example, many people in Scotland, Great Britain, Japan, and Russia view black cats as signs of good luck and prosperity!
Source:
http://wonderopolis.org/wonder/do-black-cats-bring-bad-luck
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