• @AgreeableLandscape@lemmy.ml
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    2 years ago

    It’s kind of similar to why cats have such sensitive whiskers. The optics in their eyes are in such a way that they can’t actually focus on anything within about 20 or so cm of their face (tradeoff for better eyesight at other distances), so when actually catching their prey, their eyes don’t do much and it’s almost entirely based on their tactile senses. Also, ever noticed that a cat will just not be able to find a treat thrown right to their feet? This is why.