None (Subject is a Domestic Cat)

Scientific Name: Felis catus

Order & Family: Order: Carnivora, Family: Felidae

Size: Typically 8-10 inches tall and 9-11 lbs, though varies by breed

None (Subject is a Domestic Cat)

Natural Habitat

Domestic households, urban, and suburban environments globally

Diet & Feeding

Obligate carnivore; primarily eats commercially prepared cat food, small rodents, and birds

Behavior Patterns

Crepuscular activity (active at dawn and dusk), territorial, solitary hunting, and grooming-intensive life cycle

Risks & Benefits

Benefits include pest control and companionship; risks include scratches, bites, and potential for zoonotic diseases like toxoplasmosis

Identified on: 6/28/2026