Understanding Cats: Biology and Behavior

The video explores fascinating facts about cats, including their unique nose prints, the effects of catnip, and their remarkable reflexes that help them land on their feet. It delves into how cats use scent for communication and the evolutionary reasons behind their behaviors. The video also covers cats' vision capabilities in low light, the genetic basis for fur color, and the mystery of why cats purr, suggesting it may aid in bone growth and healing.

What unique feature do cats have on their noses?

• A unique rigid pattern like a fingerprint

• A special scent gland

• A moisture sensor

• A temperature gauge

What is the main component in catnip that affects cats?

• Feline pheromone

• Catnip extract

• Catnip oil

• Nepetalactone

Why can cats land on their feet when they fall?

• They have extra strong legs

• They have a writing reflex

• They have a special tail balance

• They have a unique paw structure

What anatomical feature helps cats with their writing reflex?

• A flexible backbone and no collar bone

• Extra muscles in their legs

• A special tail structure

• A unique paw design

What does a cat invite you to do when it lifts its tail while being petted?

• Rub its belly

• Pet its head

• Smell its behind

• Scratch its back

Why do cats rub against people and objects?

• To clean themselves

• To spread their scent

• To mark their territory

• To show affection

Why do cats bury their waste?

• To fertilize the soil

• To hide the smell from predators

• To keep their environment clean

• To mark their territory

What allows cats to see better in dim light?

• A unique eye shape

• Extra rods in their retina

• The tedom lucidum layer

• A special lens in their eyes

What determines the fur color in cats?

• The Z chromosome

• The Y chromosome

• The X chromosome

• The W chromosome

What is one theory about why cats purr?

• To express anger

• To communicate hunger

• To promote bone growth and healing

• To regulate body temperature