The domestic cat, Felis catus, does not have a specific native region as it is a domesticated species descended from wild cats. However, it is originally derived from the African wildcat (Felis silvestris lybica), which is native to the Middle East and parts of Africa.

Domestic cats are highly adaptable and can be found in a wide range of habitats due to human influence. They live in various environmental conditions, from urban apartments to rural farms and wilderness areas.

In terms of ecological niche, domestic cats are primarily predators of small mammals, birds, and reptiles. They are known to be highly adaptable hunters with a diet that varies based on the available prey in their environment. Cats can inhabit environments ranging from temperate woodlands and grasslands to urban areas where they often live in close proximity to humans. The adaptability of cats allows them to function as both solitary and communal, depending on resources and social structure influenced by human caretaking.