25 interesting facts about cats:
1. Domestication: Cats were domesticated around 9,000 years ago in the Near East.
2. Species: The domestic cat (Felis catus) is a subspecies of the wildcat.
6.Grooming: Cats spend about 30-50% of their waking hours grooming themselves.
9. Diet: Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning they require a diet primarily made of meat.
11. Eyesight: Cats can see in light levels six times lower than what a human needs.
14. Unique Patterns: No two cats have the same coat pattern, similar to human fingerprints.
15. Vocalizations: Cats can make over 100 different sounds, while dogs only make about 10.
17. Lifespan: The average lifespan of an indoor cat is 12-15 years, but many live into their 20s.
21. Hunting at Night: Cats are crepuscular, meaning they are most active during dawn and dusk.
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