Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

How Cats Detect Subtle Changes in Their Environment
Cats possess an array of finely-tuned senses that allow them to detect subtle changes in their environment. These abilities are ...

The Role of Big Cats in Maintaining Ecosystem Balance
Big cats, such as lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars, are some of the most formidable predators on Earth. These majestic ...

How Ethical Are Big Cat Breeding Programs?
Big cat breeding programs have gained significant attention over the years, largely due to media exposure and growing public interest ...

Should Big Cat Sanctuaries Be Open to the Public? The Debate Over Tourism
Big cat sanctuaries are refuges that offer protection, care, and rehabilitation to large feline species such as lions, tigers, leopards, ...

Black Cats in Superstition: Good Luck or Bad Luck?
Black cats have been integral characters in folklore and superstition for centuries, often characterized as ominous figures or symbols of ...

Why Snow Leopards Are Called Ghosts of the Mountain
Snow leopards, often referred to as the “Ghosts of the Mountain,” inhabit some of the most remote, coldest, and harshest ...

10 Signs Your Cat Is Building a Routine Around You
Have you ever felt like your cat is quietly orchestrating life alongside you, almost as if you’re both actors in ...

How to Recognize When a Cat Has Found Their Place
Have you ever watched a cat curl up in a sunny spot and felt a wave of peace wash over ...

Why Cats Stay Silent in Spaces Where They Feel at Ease
Have you ever walked into a sunlit room and spotted your cat curled up, barely making a sound, even as ...

How to Support a Cat That’s Learning to Feel Safe
A cat’s journey from fear to trust is often full of tiny, heartwarming victories—and heart-wrenching setbacks. If you’ve ever watched ...