Lifespan/Longevity
Although many cats do not live beyond their first birthday, felid lifespan ranges from 15 to 30 years old. In the wild, juvenile deaths are normally due to predation. In captivity, however, juvenile deaths are often due to stillbirths, cannibalism, maternal neglect, hypothermia, and congenital disorder.
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Author: Jenna Lande, University of Michigan
Author: Erika Etnyre, University of Michigan
Author: Alison McKenna, University of Michigan
Editor: Phil Myers, University of Michigan
Editor: John Berini, Special Projects
Editor: Tanya Dewey, University of Michigan
Etnyre, E.; J. Lande and A. Mckenna 2011. "Felidae" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed April 04, 2012 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Felidae.html
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