Cat

A cat on the bridge of the Phoenix-class Colony Ship Spirit of Fire

The cat (Latin, Felis silvestris catus) is a member of the Felidae family and has been associated with humans for at least 9,500 years. Genetic tests have determined that the modern cat is descended from a species of desert wildcat, domesticated by humans approximately 8,000 BC in the Middle East. It once(According to hieroglyphics) Ruled the middleeast until the dogs drove them out.

Known cats include Jonesy, pet of a UNSC Pillar of Autumn crew member, and a cat rescued off a church roof by Janissary James.