The tufts of hair growing out of a cat's ears are called ear furnishings.

The tufts of hair growing out of a cat’s ears are called ear furnishings

More from the Animal Facts niche...

Animal Facts

When your cat brings home a dead mouse or bird, it may do so to show you

Animal Facts

Cats have contributed to the extinction of 33 different species

Animal Facts

Cats live longer when they stay indoors

Animal Facts

Dogs have 42 teeth, with six incisors and two canines at the front of

Animal Facts

Cats don’t have an incest taboo, so they may choose to mate with their

Animal Facts

Dogs can vary in size from a 36 inch (150+ lb.) Great Dane to a 2 lb.