9) Cats’ whiskers help them navigate their surroundings and determine if they can fit through narrow spaces

Cats’ whiskers, also known as vibrissae, are incredibly sensitive and act as an extension of their sense of touch. They are used to help cats navigate in low light or dark environments, detect the movements of prey, and determine if they can fit through narrow spaces. Whiskers also provide information about the texture, size, and shape of objects and surfaces around them.

10) Cats have a flexible spine and are capable of incredible feats of acrobatics

With a spine composed of 53 vertebrae (compared to a human’s 33), cats have a remarkable ability to contort and bend their bodies in ways that seem almost supernatural. From gracefully leaping and pouncing on their prey to curling up in impossibly small spaces, these feline acrobats never cease to amaze us.