Cats are among the sleepiest animals on the planet. They sleep up to 16 hours a day, and some breeds even more.
Why do cats sleep so much? It has to do with their nature, physiology and lifestyle.
Cats are predators that hunt small prey in the wild. To do this, they need to be very fast, agile and strong.
However, hunting is an energy-consuming process that requires a lot of calories. That is why cats sleep so much to restore their strength and energy reserves.
Also, cats sleep so much because of their physiology. They have a very high body temperature - about 38-39 degrees Celsius.
It also requires a lot of energy to maintain, so cats sleep in warm, cozy places to keep warm and not burn extra calories.
Finally, cats sleep so much because of their lifestyle. Cats are nocturnal animals that are active at dusk and at night.
At this time they hunt, play and communicate with other cats. During the day they prefer to rest and sleep. This is due to their biological clock and hormonal background.
So cats sleep so much not because they are sick or tired, but because of their nature, physiology and lifestyle. Sleep is an important part of a cat's life that helps them be healthy and happy.
Earlier it became known which cats are the smartest.
