Cats are among the world’s most cherished companions, but when allowed to roam freely outdoors, they are non-native predators who become a deadly threat to native wildlife. The Wildlife Center of ...

Free-roaming outdoor cats are killing billions of birds and small mammals across the U.S., far more than previously believed, according to a study published Tuesday by scientists from the Smithsonian ...

In this issue of our environmental newsletter, we get the latest scientific estimate of how many birds cats kill each year; ...

Cat owners and cat admirers alike tend to be intrigued by their enigmatic companions. When we see an intrepid feline carefully stalking its prey or happily playing with other cats, we ponder the ...

While there are rare (and very cute) exceptions, cats and birds do not get along. Cats are predatory by nature; their hunting instinct never goes away. Birds are one of their primary targets—and the ...

Do you know where your cats are? If they’re lounging on their cat tree, batting a toy around the living room or curled up on your lap, great! If they’re wandering outside, please find them and bring ...

Quick Take Native species evolved naturally in a region; non-native species exist in any given area due to human activity. Only a small percentage of introduced species become invasive, meaning they ...

Experts estimate that outdoor pet cats have lives at least two to three years shorter than the population of contained pet ...