Domestic Cat

Scientific Name: Felis catus

Order & Family: Order: Carnivora, Family: Felidae

Size: Typically 7–10 inches (23–25 cm) in height and 8–11 pounds (3.6–5.0 kg) in weight.

Domestic Cat

Natural Habitat

Found globally in human households and urban/rural environments as pets or feral populations.

Diet & Feeding

Obligate carnivores; diet primarily consists of meat, including small mammals, birds, and commercially prepared cat food.

Behavior Patterns

Crepuscular predators known for grooming, stalking, climbing, and sleeping for long periods (12–16 hours daily). Notable for social interactions with humans and territorial marking.

Risks & Benefits

Benefits include pest control and emotional companionship for humans. Risks include potential scratches, bites, and the spread of zoonotic diseases like toxoplasmosis.

Identified on: 1/11/2026