Green Eyes by Chipka
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Though regarded as nocturnal, cats are—in all actuality—crepusclar animals; they are most active in twilight hours. This isn’t a hard-and-fast rule, however, as crepuscular animals may also enjoy peaks of activity on the nights of full moons, or in urban environments in which total darkness is never achieved. Though cats possess far keener eyesight than humans, total darkness is not a favored time feline activity.
Since cats were venerated as gods (or at least the avatars of those quarrelsome, divine people that corporeal people go around worshipping) in ancient Egypt, it is commonly believed that they were first domesticated there. The people of Kemet (the name that the ancient Egyptians used when referring to their land and themselves) lived in close association with cats, and it is believed that contemporary house cats are the descendants of African wildcats. In 2007, a study revealed that all domestic cats are descended from as few as five very specific wildcats known scientifically as Felis silvestris lybica. Apparently, these five female wildcats lived in/around 8000 BCE. As any cat would tell you, because of those five fine feline ladies, cats are now the most popular pet in the world, and cats live nearly everywhere on the planet; indeed there are whole islands (devoid of human inhabitants) essentially ruled by sleek, wild cats descended from escapees from European sailing ships. Dogs are the only other animals to approach this level of popularity, though unlike cats, dogs have not adapted particular forms of eliciting behavior to interact with the human psyche. Cats, already known for a wealth of complex vocalizations have done precisely this: most urban cats are now able to create yowling cries disturbingly similar to human babies. They have learned that this behavior also gets them free food. Cats, like humans, have come to recognize the value of free stuff, and they go after it with absolute, single-minded intensity.
As I ran on a quick errand: to pick up a few things that were, decidedly, not free, I passed a familiar housecat. She has appeared earlier in my gallery. She appears now. She lives with a small family of humans and two other cats. She spends much of her time on the back porch, sunning herself, relaxing, resting, sleeping, and generally doing a lot of nothing in particular. I couldn’t resist taking this photo, and after a few shots, I received a meow for my efforts. I didn’t have any free stuff for this fellow opportunist, but I was allowed to stroke her chin and scratch behind her ears, and this was apparently enough, as the lovely cat in question gave me a head-butt with the top of her head: a true sign of affection among cats. I was raised with cats and I learned early on that when cats rub against you, they’re claiming you as property; they’re scenting you so that others know who you belong to...but if they press their foreheads against you, they are expression affection. I like feline affection. It’s so efficient. So...cat-like. So perfect.
As always, thank you for viewing, reading, and commenting, and I hope you're all having a great week.
Comments (25)
Faemike55
in other words, you were booped! Great image and story Thanks for sharing your wonderful experience and knowledge with us
flavia49
fabulous image and tale
Heavenlee
Cats have such beautiful eyes!! Great capture!xxx
treasureprints
A lovely photo of her green eyes, and a nice affectionate ending to your story.:)
MagikUnicorn
WOWWWWZERRRRRR
Amarillis
Gorgeous - and I like you already - you like details, science, and history (and animals) :)
PREECHER
out of all creatures cats are my least favourite...i'm allergic to these creatures...so stay away i must but your photo is awesome of these eyes... chills and thrills
trishabadblood
fantastic shot... the eyes are so deep.. love the details....
auntietk
Oooooohh! A green-eyed redhead. Beautiful! It appears to be sending you a message. What an intense gaze!
beachzz
Man, getting her to sit still must've cost you a LOT in tuna!!! GREAT shot!!
brewgirlca
Always impressed by your works both written and graphic. You did a great job of capturing the visible soul of this lovley lady. Good to see someone who has done some reading into the origin of cats. I wonder what islands those are that are inhabited by cats and no humans.
durleybeachbum
The intensity of that look bores into your soul! Brilliant clarity.
whaleman
She's a pretty one and it's good to hear that she has her humans well in control!
wysiwig
An outstanding image! My cat would never sit still long enough. She always wanted to see what I was holding in my hands. You are one of the very few people I've met who know anything about cats. Excellent writeup on the cat's history and behavior.
jendellas
A beautiful upclose capture!!
kgb224
Stunning capture my friend. God Bless.
ger-krijgsman
this is incredible cool
MrsRatbag
What a beautiful face she has! And massive intelligence in those eyes. I seem to remember reading that most (though not all) ginger cats are males, so clearly she knows how special she is!
Fidelity2
It is very great. 5+! Thanks.
JuliSonne
I love cats!! The miniature version the robbery cats.They are for me the epitome of beauty, elegance and intelligence.
sandra46
SUPERLATIVE WORK! THESE EYES ARE MAGICAL
KatesFriend
You can almost see the lion heritage in that gaze. Okay, not really a heritage as a commonality but you get the idea. She looks like a very proud kitty. And I love those grassy green eyes and their sharp but not disquieting contrast with her orange and brown fur. As yes, head butting or the cold wet nose first thing in the morning. Affection you say. Ensuring that I can now perform a service for a cat is of coarse a gesture of affection. Letting us know who's boss. You were right about that God thing.
razabazarguy
WOW. The details and richness of color in this image is really amazing. Also the focus is just perfect to show all the character in the eyes and fur. Excellent photography.
praep
Real great eyes they have, well done shot.
danapommet
You have her full attention and a perfect capture!