Research suggests cats don't have a single temperament, but rather various traits that prove useful under different domestic ...

Some cats are quiet, while others meow loudly for attention. What makes the difference may be buried deep in their genes.

Domestication is generally thought to have increased vocal behaviour in cats, so it may seem odd that the version of the gene ...

Unlike other mammals, few behavioural studies have been conducted on cats, leaving many aspects of their communication mechanisms unclear. However, domestic cats are remarkably sociable animals ...

It's worth bearing in mind that this kind of variation between individuals is fundamental to the evolution of species ... range of traits that prove useful under different domestic conditions. From ...

Cats were clearly tame by about 3500 years ago in Egypt, where paintings often placed them beneath chairs. That shows by that time, “the cat makes its way to the household,” said Geigl.

Using unconventional methods, the researchers showed just how good birds are at distinguishing wasp mimics from the real ...

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A solitary, insect-eating animal about the size of a large domestic cat*, pangolins are famous for their highly ... However, a new study published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution suggests ...

Returning to cinemas next week, the superhero may be known as the ultimate all-American Mr Nice Guy – but, back in the 1930s, ...