Cats Eyes

Being semi-nocturnal, cats are well-equipped to do their catting around after the sun goes down, and this includes having a pair of eyes designed to capture even the smallest trace of  light in the darkness.

Their eyes are considerably larger and more spherical than those of a human in proportion to the rest of their body and this size and shape allows them to see things in conditions where there is very little light.

Cat’s eyesight only allows them to see clearly for a few feet but fortunately that have a keen sense of smell that can help them become aware of approaching danger.   They are also very sensitive to vibration and can ‘feel’ someone’s presence before they can see them.

As they get older they will tend to be less aware and will need additional care so that they don’t get in trouble with dogs and other animals that they haven’t noticed approaching them.

Cats are unable to rotate their eyes as much as humans and many other animals but their musculature is  a lot more flexible which allows them to  rotate their heads almost, but not quite as extreme, as owls do.

Try dimming the lights in a room and watch as your cats eyes start dilating.  He will almost take on wild animal look the darker the room gets, and will be aware of what is around him long before your own eyes become accustomed to the darkness.