Wild cats showcase a stunning diversity of eye colors, proving a mystery for researchers because most wild species are known to have narrow eye color schemes (usually black, brown or yellow).

If you’ve just finished watching the BBC series Big Cats, I’ll bet you’ve come away thinking how utterly cute and adorable all wild cats are and especially the smaller ones. After all ...

While North America might have the largest population of pet cats, it’s home to only six native species of wild cats.

The path from wild hunter to beloved pet has been gradual, shaped by a mix of circumstance and adaptation. As Smithsonian ...

As of Jan. 31, 2025, 150 wild and domestic cats have been detected with the disease since 2022, according to an analysis of USDA data. Among domestic cats that contracted bird flu, most were feral ...