Folklore suggests that cats have nine lives, but they don’t. Popular wisdom also teaches that cats land on their feet all the time, and they often do. Contrary to common belief, however, that doesn’t mean that cats can survive a fall from any height. Can Cats Survive a Fall From A Great Height? Cats have…
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Can Cats See In The Dark?
The physiology of the cat is very like that of other mammals, but its sense organs have evolved specialized modifications as a hunter. One of the most remarkable adaptations seen in cats is in the anatomy and function of its eyes. So, can cats see in the dark? While the idea that cats can see…
Why Do Cats Have Whiskers?
I’ve often wondered: why do cats have whiskers? So, I researched the topic and put together this article to answer that question. I get excited when I find a cat whisker in my house. I find them on the bed, on the floor, by the bathroom sink — I sometimes find them in the strangest…