Unraveling the Mysteries of Strange Cat Behaviors

Creepy Cat Calls

From hissing to high-pitched meows, cats have a wide range of interesting vocalizations. However, one sound can be particularly unsettling, resembling the cry of a baby. This sound, known as caterwauling, is a whining howl or yowl that fluctuates in volume.

While cats may produce this noise for attention or due to illness, it is often used in courtship rituals. Female cats in heat may caterwaul to attract male attention, while unneutered male cats may vocalize when they detect a female in heat.