AI Animal Encyclopedia

kitten

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Mammals, Carnivora, Felidae, Domestic Cat (Felis catus)
Kittens are typically found in domestic environments, such as homes and shelters. They can also be found in feral colonies, which exist in urban and rural areas.
The average body length of a kitten at 8 weeks old is approximately 9 to 10 inches (23 to 25 cm), but this can vary as they grow.
At birth, a kitten usually weighs around 3.5 ounces (100 grams). By 8 weeks, they typically weigh between 1.5 to 2.5 pounds (0.68 to 1.13 kg).
Kittens can live for 15 years or more with proper care. Indoor cats generally live longer than outdoor cats, often reaching ages of 15 to 20 years.
Kittens are obligate carnivores, meaning they require animal-based proteins to thrive. They typically start with their mother's milk and transition to solid foods around 4 weeks of age.
Kittens are playful and curious. They spend a lot of time exploring their environment, playing with toys, and engaging in social interactions with their littermates and human caregivers.
Kittens, especially feral ones, may face threats from larger predators such as birds of prey, dogs, and even larger cats. They are also vulnerable to environmental dangers and human-related threats.
Kittens are born blind and deaf, and they begin to open their eyes and ears around 2 weeks of age. They have a strong instinct to groom themselves and others, which helps with social bonding.