The evolutionary mystery behind why cats react to catnip
In short: Ever wondered why a whiff of catnip transforms your pet? This video explores the scientific theories regarding how catnip affects a feline's body and why this reaction may have evolved.
The video investigates the biological response cats have to catnip, examining how the plant's compounds interact with their bodies. Scientists are looking for an evolutionary explanation for this specific feline phenomenon.
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