The vision of cats is surrounded by legends and myths. Or, at the very least, grossly exaggerated. Today, see all about it and how it really works and its potency!

The eyes of cats always attract attention. Colorful, they are big and make even the toughest of people melt. But they are not just beautiful. They are also special and therefore attract attention.

Cat eyesight is something cats are famous for. Many, for example, believe that cats see in the dark. On the other hand, there is no denying the fascination caused by a cat visible only by its eyes that glow in the pitch black.

All of this then acts to give rise to myths and legends about feline eyes. And there are many stories, believe me! Most, by the way, are far from what their eyes are really capable of doing.

Below, check out everything about the vision of cats. See how it works, the power and colors it recognizes. Also, if it really works in the dark and other feline curiosities. So, get to know your pet even more!

Cat vision is different from human vision. However, know that in general terms our vision is better than the feline. And this can be surprising, since small hunters are famous for seeing well.

However, it is not like that. First, they don't even see all colors. But, calm down! They also don't see only gray, as many believe. Cats, in fact, are able to assimilate the colors violet, blue, green and yellow.

And that, in itself, limits the details they are able to see. Thus, because it does not have a spectrum of tones as rich as humans, feline vision is of lower quality. What happens, then, is that they don't have the ability to recognize details.

On the other hand, they have a more complete panoramic view than humans. We humans have the ability to see at 180. On the other hand, cats' vision is 200ºC. And that's what helps them to easily recognize movements in the environment.

Not only that, of course. Still, there is the sum of the powerful smell and whiskers, essential for the kitty's safety. But, returning to vision, it is not exactly what makes felines good hunters.

Well, another fame of the vision of cats concerns the ability to see in the dark, at night. But is this myth or fact? This is a statement that has its grain of truth although it is somewhat exaggerated.

But what happens then? Cats actually see better than humans at night or in dark places. However, they need some source of light. That is, they do not see in absolute pitch blackness. It is essential that it has some kind of light, even if dim.

Thus, cats' eyesight is better at night or in the dark. However, it is not absolute. This is possible because they have more rods than humans. With that, feline vision is 6 to 8 times better than human. 

Therefore, cats possess the ability to maximize a light in dark environment. And so they can move around and locate themselves better, even if there is little light.

Finally, how about checking out some curiosities about feline vision? They go beyond deconstructing myths about night, gray or perfect vision. Thus, it's a way to get to know your pet even more and the way he sees the world.

First, let's debunk another myth involving cat vision. Many believe that they are short-sighted. However, it is not that they have this disease. They just see blurry.

Myopic is someone who has nearsightedness, a condition that hinders vision. However, kittens do not have this condition. Their normal is, really, not to see things completely clear in the same way as humans do.

Kittens are all born with blue eyes. It's like a slightly brighter, milky blue naturally from early childhood. However, the eyes change color. That's why you've seen kittens with all eye colors out there.

This does not affect feline vision. It's just a phase they go through in the first few weeks of life, when the body is finishing its formation.

The vision of cats does not exist until they complete 02 weeks of life! That's right, they only see it after about 15 days. In this way, they do not have the sense of sight until they complete these days of life.

Also, in the early days they don't hear either. However, they have other senses at the beginning of life, such as smell and taste.

Another very interesting factor about the vision of cats is that their eyes have other functions besides seeing. Felines use their eyes a lot to express themselves and communicate and that's really cute.

You know those winks your cat gives, first with one eye, then with both (or the other way around) turning its head to the side? Because know that this is a way for him to show affection and love.

And many tutors replicate these gestures, for cats, as a response. Wassup how about trying with your pet? This can be quite interesting and fun, as well as bringing you and your cat closer together.

Now that you know everything about the vision of cats, you can also better understand how your cat sees the world. So, get rid of the myths and be the true feline expert your pet deserves!