The quieter day was sunny and warm with a touch of humidity. A highlight of the day was seeing a presentation on wild cats. I've lived with a cat since around 18 months of age. While these are called domestic cats, they hold much of the wild within them. One point of interest involved the definition of small cats and large cats. It really doesn't have to do with size of the beast, though it is anatomical. Differences in the hyoid bone determine which is which. Small cats have a more rigid hyoid which allows them to purr. In large cats the hyoid is more flexible allowing them to roar but not purr. Not only domestic cats purr. Cougars, lynx, bobcats and ocelots purr, too. Roaring occurs in lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars. So, its not all about size.
A line from a song ran through my head today. It isn't very original, but that is what was there. <smile> Keep safe. Enjoy!
Eye of the Tiger -- Survivor
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