This short, high-frequency chitter is an instinctual vocalization when cats observe prey, a release of hunting drive rather than a real attack intent. Many owners misjudge it as anger or tension, but it's actually excitement from simulated hunting.
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Chitter at Birds/Insects: Hunting Urge Unleashed
Hunting Excitation Chitter
🪶 Hunting Excitation Chitter
观鸟见虫咗咗叫,捕猎欲爆棚
How to respond
Use a wand toy to simulate prey movement and play with it, satisfying its hunting urge—don't interrupt its focus directly.
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