Family
Felidae (Felids)
The biological family Felidae is a lineage of carnivorans colloquially referred to as cats. A member of this family is also called a felid. The term “cat” refers both to felids in general and specifically to domestic cats. The characteristic features of cats have evolved to support a carnivorous lifestyle, with adaptations for ambush or stalking and short pursuit hunting. They have gracile and muscular bodies, strong flexible forelimbs and retractable claws for holding prey, dental…