Data Interpretations
Other Physical Characteristics Tell Us...
Another interesting fact can be deduced from the cat's physical
attributes. As mentioned before, the cat was fairly short, stocky, and had
a short tail. These facts suggest that the sabre-tooth cat was not a runner
because a long tail provides balance and long legs are associated with speed
and endurance. It is more plausible that a creature of this size and weight
did not chase down its prey.