
Community identification
Not an insect — appears to be a cat
Felis catus
- Order & Family
- Carnivora; Felidae
- Size
- Highly variable; typically 23–25 cm tall at the shoulder and 3–6 kg
Natural Habitat
Domestic environments worldwide
Diet & Feeding
Obligate carnivore; eats animal-based foods and may hunt small animals
Behavior Patterns
Often sleeps, grooms, climbs, and explores; primarily active around dawn and dusk.
Risks & Benefits
Can provide companionship and control rodents, but may scratch or bite and can harm wildlife.