Here are 10 interesting facts about cats:

1. Domestication: Cats were domesticated around 9,000 years ago in the Near East, likely to help control rodents.


2. Sleepy Creatures: Cats sleep for 12-16 hours a day, conserving energy for hunting (even indoor cats!).


3. Purring: Cats purr not only when they’re happy but also when they are stressed, in pain, or trying to heal.


4. Excellent Jumpers: Cats can jump up to six times their body length thanks to powerful leg muscles.


5. Whisker Sensors: Whiskers help cats sense their surroundings and detect changes in air movement.


6. No Sweet Tooth: Cats can’t taste sweetness, as they lack the receptors for it.


7. Night Vision: Cats can see in much lower light than humans, which helps them hunt at night.


8. Tail Communication: They use their tails to express emotions – a flicking tail can indicate annoyance.


9. Grooming: Cats spend about 30-50% of their day grooming themselves to stay clean and regulate body temperature.


10. Unique Noses: A cat’s nose print is as unique as a human fingerprint – no two are the same.