Feline Evolution: A Pictorial Journey
I have viewed some really amazing cat videos on YouTube over the years. This morning, however, while searching for a particular one I wished to share, I "accidently" found this one, which so incredibly trumped the video I had planned to feature; I was deeply inspired to write something about it.
African Wildcat photo via Wikipedia
In my opinion, the person that created the video certainly displays a great love, understanding and admiration for the feline species. It clearly and imaginately demonstrates how over time how so many of our housecats have "morphed" into the many breeds of cat, each with their unique shape, color patterns and even their distinct personalities. I was blown away seeing how these different breeds may have come to exist through skillful selective breeding by cat fanciers with strong vision.
But what I found so extraordinary about this video is that we can see in real time, a fast-forward through the evolution of the feline species. Not only was it entertaining, but quite informative.
Included in the video are, the American Curl, American Shorthair, Birman, Black cat, British Shorthair, Burmese, Egyptian Mau, Exotic, Ginger Cat, Havana Brown, Himalayan, Ruddy Abyssinian, Maine Coon, Oriental Shorthair, Persian, Ragdoll, Russian Blue, Russian Siberian, Turkish Van, Scottish Fold ( both shorthair and longhair) Siamese, Sphynx, Tabby, Tuxedo, and domestic and of course the original African wild cat.
I do hope you do take the time to enjoy this rather unique four- minute-long video as much as I did. I actually was moved to tears from the great love and appreciation I hold for our cats, while viewing the video uploaded to YouTube by Falcongeorge. It was, for me a true tribute to our beloved felines and their incredible journey through history and one which I could not wait to share with other cat lovers.
Visit http://www.youtube.com/user/falcongeorge for more enchanting feline videos.
Were you moved by this extraordinary feline journey? Please leave a comment and share your feelings.
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Amy August 6, 2009 3:34 PM
All I can say i "wow"! Very well put together.
Vicki August 6, 2009 3:35 PM
What a beautiful video. I wish I knew all the different breeds of cats, but they are all unique in their own special way. Such beautiful creatures.
Donna August 6, 2009 5:30 PM
Oh, how many of my cats I saw in that video, ones that live and those that are at rainbow bridge....what a tremendous video, Jo! Thanks for sharing!
PS I also saw a few I'd love to adopt! hehe
jmuhj August 6, 2009 6:18 PM
While I totally oppose "selective breeding" of ANY living beings, I have to admit this is a beautiful video full of technical expertise and true admiration and respect of that most perfect living being, the FELINE.
Skylark August 6, 2009 8:41 PM
For those of us who have truly lost our hearts to the felines in our lives, thank you, Jo, for sharing this touching video. I'm still smiling here. Honestly, my friends, have you ever seen an ugly cat? I never have! They are all beautiful to me.
Ruth from England August 7, 2009 5:34 AM
Thank you Jo for sharing this wonderful video with us all. I couldn't take my eyes off it, it's so very fascinating.I agree with Skylark, there is no such thing as an ugly cat.I just LOVE LOVE LOVE cats !!!!
Everycat August 7, 2009 8:41 AM
What a gorgeous celebration of the diversity of the species. Really enjoyable. Thank you for sharing it :)
Barbara August 7, 2009 10:56 AM
That is a beautiful video, I smiled but I also wanted to cry because they are so innocent and so at the mercy of those people who "own" them. All those little faces with shining eyes, who could do anything but love cats?