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Why do cats knead?If a cat kneads on your lap, it's likely because it feels safe around you. But why do they knead in the first place?
By Charles Q. Choi Published
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Why do cats purr?Cats may purr because they're happy, but also for a slew of other reasons, including getting their owner's attention and stress.
By Meg Duff Published
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Legendary 'cat-fox' could be a new subspeciesThe real-life origins of a once-mythological wildcat called the "cat-fox" are finally coming to light thanks to recent genetics research.
By Patrick Pester Published
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In a first, zoo lion transmits COVID-19 to its keepersAn elderly lion in an Indiana zoo transmitted COVID-19 to the zookeepers who handfed the severely ill big cat. It is the first recorded time a zoo animal has passed the virus to a human.
By Harry Baker Published
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Male jaguar rivals pair up for years in unexpected bromancesResearchers in South America have observed two examples of never-before-seen alliances between rival male jaguars.
By Harry Baker Published
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Elderly female lion grows 'awkward teenage mane,' baffling zookeepersAn elderly female lion at the Topeka Zoo in Kansas has sprouted a mane. This phenomenon has only been seen a handful of times.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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Is it safe for cats to drink milk?Mother cats nurse kittens, but can older cats safely lap up milk?
By Charles Q. Choi Published
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Why Do Cats Wiggle Their Butts Before They Pounce?As many pet owners will attest, when their cat prepares to pounce, it does a little butt wiggle first.
By Serena Sonoma Last updated
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Why do so many cats have white 'socks' on their paws?Those white socks are there because of genetic mutations and domestication.
By Grant Currin Last updated
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