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Battle for the Colonies: Why the 'Sterilize 50 Percent' Requirement on Mallorca Falls Short
Why Cat Colonies Remain a Problem in Mallorca Towns
Mallorca’s cat colonies can keep expanding without mapping, sterilization and follow-up care.
Published: April 23, 2026
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What is the problem with cat colonies in Mallorca towns and city centers?
The main issue is that unmanaged colonies can keep growing, which affects hygiene, animal welfare and local coexistence. Without proper mapping, sterilization and follow-up, the same colonies can remain unstable year after year. That makes the problem harder for municipalities to solve in a lasting way.
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Related follow-up questions from the same article, collected in one place.
1FAQ
Is sterilizing half of the cats in a Mallorca colony enough to control the population?
A 50% rate is usually too low to control colony growth.
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2FAQ
Do all municipalities in Mallorca have cat colony surveys?
No, not all municipalities have done proper surveys.
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3FAQ
What helps make feral cat management work in Mallorca?
A register, sterilization, microchips and local volunteers are all needed.
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4FAQ
Why is microchipping important after sterilizing cats in Mallorca?
Microchips help track sterilized cats and avoid double counting.
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5FAQ
Who takes care of cat colonies in Palma and other Mallorca towns?
Volunteers and local animal groups do much of the day-to-day work.
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6FAQ
What kind of funding do Mallorca municipalities need for cat sterilization programs?
Municipalities need funding for clinics, vets, transport and follow-up care.
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7FAQ
What should residents in Mallorca know if they feed street cats?
Feeding cats also means helping with responsible colony care.
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