page_title: Cat anatomy
section_title: Nose
hierarchical_section_title: Cat anatomy / Nose
caption_attribution_description: English: Detail of the nose of a cat Português: Detalhe do nariz de um gato
context_page_description: The anatomy of the domestic cat is similar to that of other members of the genus Felis.
context_section_description: Cats are highly territorial, and secretion of odors plays a major role in cat communication. The nose helps cats to identify territories, other cats and mates, to locate food, and has various other uses. A cat's sense of smell is believed to be about fourteen times more sensitive than that of humans. The rhinarium (the leathery part of the nose we see) is quite tough, to allow it to absorb rather rough treatment sometimes. The color varies according to the genotype (genetic makeup) of the cat. A cat's skin has the same color as the fur, but the color of the nose leather is probably dictated by a dedicated gene. Cats with white fur have skin susceptible to damage by ultraviolet light, which may cause cancer. Extra care is required when outside in the hot sun.
caption: A cat's nose is highly adapted
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