8 Interesting Facts About Cats

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07 December 2025

1. Sensitive whiskers: Their whiskers help them measure distances and detect changes in air currents, making them expert navigators

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2. Agile jumpers: They can jump up to 6 times their body length in a single leap, thanks to their powerful back legs and flexible spine

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3. Expert communicators: They use over 100 different vocalisations, including meows, purrs, and hisses, to convey their emotions and needs

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4. Low-maintenance sleepers: They spend around 70% of their lives sleeping 

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5. Night vision: Their eyes are designed to let in more light, allowing them to see in almost complete darkness

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6. Curious creatures: They're always exploring their surroundings and investigating new sights, smells, and sounds

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7. Clean animals: They spend hours grooming themselves, using their rough tongues to remove loose hair and dirt 

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8. Unique way of walking: They walk on their toes, using a digitigrade gait that's both stealthy and agile

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