Domestic cats (Felis catus) have been beloved companions of mankind since the beginning of time. In ancient Egypt, cats were considered holy and were even held to be superior. Known for their graceful poise and stealthy movements, cats are one of man's faithful companions and are very easy to take care of. Found almost everywhere, cats adapt easily and are located in every continent except Antarctica. Cats are very adaptable and can live in a busy urban area, or even a remote rural town. Cats prefer sunny places though and also have a preference for human populated regions because it is easier to attain food.
Cats are predatory mammals that are very fast and sharp hearing, eyesight, and smell. When catching prey, they like to stalk it until it finds the opportunity to pounce and kill their prey. In general, cats are also very territorial and like to mark their territory with urine. This affects domestic cats as well and can provoke problems for urban-dwelling cats. Cats have very flexible skeletal structure which makes them very agile and their long tail is used for balance. Domestic cats are carnivores and have a wide variety of coat colors and patterns.
Cats are predatory mammals that are very fast and sharp hearing, eyesight, and smell. When catching prey, they like to stalk it until it finds the opportunity to pounce and kill their prey. In general, cats are also very territorial and like to mark their territory with urine. This affects domestic cats as well and can provoke problems for urban-dwelling cats. Cats have very flexible skeletal structure which makes them very agile and their long tail is used for balance. Domestic cats are carnivores and have a wide variety of coat colors and patterns.