Felis

Felis is a genus consisting of small and medium sized cats native to the Old World (Asia, Africa, and Europe), including the domestic cat. The name, Felis is derived from Classical Latin fēlis meaning "cat, ferret". Originally, all Felidae species were in the genus, Felis, however, later taxonomists split the cat family into different genera. Felis species have wide skulls, with short jaws and narrow ears, with pupils contract with a vertical split.

Extant species
The Pallas's cat (Otocolobus manul), the only member in the genus, Otocolobus, also may be considered a Felis species.

Fossil species

 * Felis attica
 * Felis lunensis