The Emerald Eyes of Aceh

Latin Name	Observation date	Location
Felis catus	7 Jul, 2025	Kabupaten Aceh Utara, Aceh, Indonesia

A very special house cat. The locals nicknamed it “The Emerald Eyes” because of its bright green eyes like gems. Everyone who looks at it can feel the calmness and firmness at the same time from its sharp gaze.

Special Features and Advantages:

A Great Yard Guard:
Although small and slender, the Emerald Eyes are known as tough yard guards. They are very alert to small snakes or field mice that occasionally come from the bushes. One sharp look from them is enough to make mice reluctant to approach.
Children's Entertainer:
The village children love to play with it. Every afternoon, it will sit sweetly under the mango tree, letting the children stroke its soft and clean fur. It never scratches, even to small children who pull its tail accidentally.
Sensitive to Moods:
The Emerald Eyes have extraordinary sensitivity. When one of the family members is sad, he will come and sit on their lap, meowing softly while gently rubbing their head. Many believe that his presence brings peace and blessings.
Independent but Loyal:
He rarely meows for food, because he is good at finding his own food from leftover fish in the kitchen or his small game. But every afternoon he always returns home, as if he has never forgotten who loves him.

Conclusion:

The Emerald Eye is not just a cat. He is a friend, a guard, and a healer of the hearts of those who live in the house. In Aceh, he is considered not just a pet, but part of the family, perhaps even — a symbol of good luck.