A global synthesis and assessment of free-ranging domestic cat diet

Christopher A. Lepczyk (), Jean E. Fantle-Lepczyk, Kylee D. Dunham, Elsa Bonnaud, Jocelyn Lindner, Tim S. Doherty and John C. Z. Woinarski
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Christopher A. Lepczyk: Auburn University
Jean E. Fantle-Lepczyk: Auburn University
Kylee D. Dunham: University of Alberta
Elsa Bonnaud: Université Paris-Saclay, CNRS, AgroParisTech, Ecologie Systématique Evolution
Jocelyn Lindner: 134 Moturata Rd
Tim S. Doherty: The University of Sydney
John C. Z. Woinarski: Charles Darwin University

Nature Communications, 2023, vol. 14, issue 1, 1-9

Abstract: Abstract Free-ranging cats (Felis catus) are globally distributed invasive carnivores that markedly impact biodiversity. Here, to evaluate the potential threat of cats, we develop a comprehensive global assessment of species consumed by cats. We identify 2,084 species eaten by cats, of which 347 (16.65%) are of conservation concern. Islands contain threefold more species of conservation concern eaten by cats than continents do. Birds, reptiles, and mammals constitute ~90% of species consumed, with insects and amphibians being less frequent. Approximately 9% of known birds, 6% of known mammals, and 4% of known reptile species are identified in cat diets. 97% of species consumed are

Date: 2023
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