10 Fascinating and Unknown Facts about Cats

Cats are one of the most popular and beloved pets in the world. Known for their playful personalities and independent natures, these feline companions have captured the hearts of millions. However, there's much more to cats than meets the eye. Here are 10 fascinating and unknown facts about cats that will surprise and delight you.

Cats can rotate their ears 180 degrees, allowing them to hear sounds from multiple directions.

A cat's nose has a unique pattern, similar to a human fingerprint, that can be used to identify them.

Cats spend up to 50% of their waking hours grooming themselves.

A cat's tongue is covered in tiny spines called papillae, which help them groom and clean its fur.

The largest litter of kittens ever recorded was 19.

Cats have excellent night vision and can see in just one-sixth of the light needed for humans to see.

A cat's whiskers are highly sensitive and can detect even the slightest changes in air currents.

A group of cats is called a clowder.

Cats have five toes on their front paws, but only four on their back paws.

The average lifespan of an indoor cat is 12-15 years, while outdoor cats typically live only 2-5 years.