Keeping Cats Indoors 

Domestic cats (Felis catus) can make great pets. When permitted outdoors, however, these animals are a well-known predator of birds and other wildlife and are an extension of the human footprint on natural systems. Grant Sizemore, Director of Invasive Species Programs for American Bird Conservancy, discusses the science of outdoor domestic cats, their impacts on birds and people, and the need for effective management.