The Deadly Truth: Cats Devouring 2,000 Species, Including Endangered Ones
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A new study reveals that outdoor domesticated cats are responsible for eating creatures belonging to over 2,000 species worldwide, including over 300 endangered species. Cats have been observed eating birds, reptiles, mammals, insects, and amphibians, with birds being their favorite food. About 16% of the species consumed by cats are threatened with extinction. The study highlights the need to keep cats indoors to prevent them from disrupting ecosystems and contributing to wildlife extinctions.
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