Scientific Classification
Family: Felidae
Genus: Felis
Species: F. catus
Common Name: Black cat
Description:
Size:
Length: 18 to 25 inches (46 to 64 centimeters)
Weight: 8 to 10 pounds (3.6 to 4.5 kilograms)
Color:
Completely black, with no other colors or patterns
Coat:
Short, dense fur that is smooth and silky
Eyes:
Color: Green, yellow, or gold
Shape: Almond-shaped, with dark rims
Ears:
Shape: Triangular, with rounded tips
Color: Black on the outside, with lighter-colored fur inside
Tail:
Length: About 10 inches (25 centimeters)
Shape: Thin and tapering, with a rounded tip
Color: Black, with no other colors or patterns
Other Distinctive Features:
Nocturnal (active at night)
Solitary (lives alone)
Carnivore (eats meat)
Excellent climber and jumper