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Jonathan Losses
Professor of biology at Washington University in St. Louis and author of The Cat's Meow, How Cats Evolved from the Savannah to Your Sofa.
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Aug 6, 2025
• 28min
How domesticated is a domestic cat? From the wild to ancient Egyptian tombs to now
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Jonathan Losses, a biology professor and author of The Cat's Meow, dives into the fascinating evolution of domestic cats. He explores how felines transitioned from wild savannahs to the revered status in ancient Egypt, with delightful illustrations from 3,500-year-old tomb paintings showing cats adorned with collars. Losses discusses the genetics behind their domestication, revealing intriguing behavioral differences and the impact of agriculture on feline evolution. He also links cats' dental health through history with modern traits, shedding light on our enduring bond with these charming companions.
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