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Cyprus's history can be traced back to when it was inhabited by prehistoric creatures like tiny elephants and hippos. Over time, humans arrived, ushering in an era where the island transitioned from its original inhabitants to agriculture and even animal husbandry. Remarkably, early settlers also brought deer from Mesopotamia, contributing to the island's biodiversity. Perhaps most intriguingly, archaeological finds indicate that early inhabitants had a fondness for felines, as evidenced by the earliest grave in which a person was buried alongside a pet cat.