Community identification
Domestic cat (not a bug or insect)
Felis catus
- Order & Family
- Carnivora; Felidae
- Size
- Typically 23–25 cm tall at the shoulder and 3–5 kg, with considerable variation.
Natural Habitat
Commonly lives in human homes and settlements; feral cats also inhabit urban, rural, and wild areas.
Diet & Feeding
Obligate carnivore; eats meat and, when hunting, small mammals, birds, and other animals.
Behavior Patterns
A domesticated, territorial mammal that grooms, rests frequently, and communicates through vocalizations and body signals. Cats are usually solitary hunters, though they may form social groups.
Risks & Benefits
Can provide companionship and control rodents, but outdoor cats may harm wildlife; scratches and bites can cause infection.