Watercolor illustration of chat haret (Felis catus)

chat haret

Felis catus

Not Evaluated
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
15 years
Length
46 cm
Weight
4.5 kg
Trend
→ Stable

About

One of humanity's most successful domesticated companions, domestic cats are small, agile carnivores originating from the Near Eastern wildcat (Felis silvestris lybica) domesticated approximately 10,000 years ago. With over 70 recognized breeds, cats retain strong predatory instincts and have colonized virtually every terrestrial environment on Earth. They are the world's most popular pet, with an estimated 600 million kept worldwide.

Fun Facts

  • Cats spend 70% of their lives sleeping.
  • A group of cats is called a clowder.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (13 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (11 countries), and South America (6 countries).

Diet & Behavior

🥩
Carnivore
chat haret is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore
Animal matter 100%

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French chat haret

Similar Species in Felis

Explore More

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of chat haret?
The scientific name of chat haret is Felis catus. It belongs to the genus Felis.
Where does chat haret live?
chat haret is found in Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (13 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (11 countries), and South America (6 countries).. Countries include Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Canada, Chile.
What family does chat haret belong to?
chat haret (Felis catus) belongs to the genus Felis, which is part of the taxonomic family Felidae.
What does chat haret eat?
chat haret is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.
How long does chat haret live?
chat haret has an average lifespan of approximately 15 years in the wild.
What kingdom does chat haret belong to?
chat haret (Felis catus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of chat haret?
The closest relatives of chat haret in the genus Felis include Chat à pieds noirs, Chat de Biet, Chat de jungle, Chat des sables, chat sauvage, chat sauvage deurope, chat forestier.

Native Range — 57 Countries

Nature FYI Family

Explore more of the natural world across our sister sites.

Part of the Nature FYI family — FYIPedia