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Ancient Shipwreck Reveals Cats' Surprising Maritime Role

5/3/2025

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In a remarkable discovery in Pensacola Bay, Florida, skeletal remains of domesticated cats were unearthed from a 1559 Spanish shipwreck. These feline companions, possibly brought to combat pests, shared a diet similar to that of the sailors, suggesting they were cared for by the crew during their maritime journey.

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In a remarkable discovery in Pensacola Bay, Florida, skeletal remains of domesticated cats were unearthed from a 1559 Spanish shipwreck. These feline companions, possibly brought to combat pests, shared a diet similar to that of the sailors, suggesting they were cared for by the crew during their maritime journey.