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| Kingdom = [[Animalia]] | | Kingdom = [[Animalia]] | ||
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The '''cat''' (scientific name: ''Felis catus''), commonly referred to as the '''domestic cat''' or '''house cat''', is a small, [[carnivore|carnivorous]] [[mammal]] belonging to the family [[Felidae]]. It is the only domesticated species within this family. Advances in archeology and [[Genetics|genetics]] have shown that the domestication of the cat occurred in the Near East around 7500 BC. They are highly valued by humans for companionship and their ability to hunt [[Rodent|rodents]] and household pests. | The '''cat''' (scientific name: ''Felis catus''), commonly referred to as the '''domestic cat''' or '''house cat''', is a small, [[carnivore|carnivorous]] [[mammal]] belonging to the family [[Felidae]]. It is the only domesticated species within this family. Advances in archeology and [[Genetics|genetics]] have shown that the domestication of the cat occurred in the Near East around 7500 BC. They are highly valued by humans for companionship and their ability to hunt [[Rodent|rodents]] and household pests. | ||
Anatomically, the domestic cat possesses a strong, flexible body, quick reflexes, sharp teeth, and retractable claws adapted to killing small prey. Its highly developed sensory system, which includes excellent night vision and a highly acute sense of hearing, makes it an apex micro-predator in its immediate environment. | Anatomically, the domestic cat possesses a strong, flexible body, quick reflexes, sharp teeth, and retractable claws adapted to killing small prey. Its highly developed sensory system, which includes excellent night vision and a highly acute sense of hearing, makes it an apex micro-predator in its immediate environment. | ||
== Etymology == | == Etymology == | ||