In general, cats feel happy and interested when they look at birds. Our fluffy friends often view the chirping creatures as easy prey.
Is it OK for my cat to watch birds?
Cats love watching things in rapid motion, and their eyes are carefully attuned to observing small movements. Whether you're thinking about a window bird feeder for cats or a traditional bird feeder a short distance away from the window, attracting birds for cats to watch is a great idea!
Is it frustrating for cats to watch birds?
One of the reasons your cat chirps is the frustration and excitement they feel when watching a juicy bird or other prey outside that they can't get to. Instinct and emotion are very hard to override without frustration, which may explain why I typically see this behavior from the wilder, more active cuties I meet.
Why do cats act weird when they see birds?
The chattering behavior that some cats exhibit when they see a bird is believed by some to be a deeply-rooted instinct related to the manner in which large and small cats promptly kill their prey. The faster the prey is killed, the lower the chance that the cat itself will receive an injury during the process.
Why do cats love watching birds?
Why do cats like to watch birds? It's all instinct. Whatever breed, temperament or age— all cats are born with strong hunting instincts. Cats naturally consider birds as prey, whether they want to play or are seeing the feathery friend as potential food, and their natural instincts kick in.
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