7. They have whiskers on their front legs
Whiskers on a cat’s front legs serve a vital purpose in hunting and interacting with their environment. These sensitive whiskers are called carpal vibrissae and are used to detect even the smallest movement of prey. This is why cats have whiskers on the front of their legs as well as behind their ears. While the reason behind their leg whiskers is unknown, it’s likely they evolved to provide cats with stimulating feedback.
8. A cat’s sense of smell is unparalleled
A cat’s sense of smell is unparalleled. Cats are born without vision, relying solely on their sense of smell. By about four weeks of age, they can detect sounds and smell objects. And they have a six-times better sense of hearing than humans. In fact, a cat can detect a human’s voice up to six times louder!
