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Lions to House Cats: Evolution Facts

Cats are among the oldest domesticated animals, dating back over 9,000 years

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Vocalizations

Meowing and purring are just two of the more than a hundred sounds a cat can produce.

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Cats have a more acute sense of scent than people do, allowing them to pick up on odours that we are unable to.

Smell

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Swimmers

Some felines are born with the ability to swim and take pleasure in being near water.

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The term "kneading" or "making cookies" describes an unusual habit exhibited by many cats.

Kneading

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Fur

Both genetics and environmental factors, such as temperature, affect a cat's hair colour.

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Crepuscular animals, like cats, are most busy at the break of day and just after sunset.

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Claws

Claws that can be retracted give cats the ability to ascend and improves their accuracy when hunting.

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It's possible for cats to reach speeds of up to 50 kilometres per hour when sprinting.

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