The fact that cats have eyes glowing has brought these cute animals a lot of trouble. Of course, the phenomenon of "luminous eyes" has a scientific explanation.
The reason for the appearance of luminous eyes
Cats and other animals that are nocturnal have a special shiny layer on the choroid located behind the retina. It is called tapetum. This layer mirrors objects in the dark. Thanks to him, the sensitivity of the eyes of cats is 7 times higher than in humans. The color of the tapetum is yellow or green, but not all cats. Siamese, for example, has a crimson hue.
Tapetum
The tapetum reflects light falling on objects. In other words, any light source will be reflected in the eyes of the cat. In total darkness the eyes do not shine, they have nothing to display.
No magical properties need to be attributed to the eyes of a cat; there is a scientific explanation.
About Tapetum became known relatively recently. Scientists are still studying this phenomenon.
Interesting facts about cats:
- The kidneys of cats are so effective that animals can drink even very salty water.
- The first named a cat by the Egyptian pharaoh Thutmose III. He called his favorite Nedzhem, which means "sweetheart."
- The cat sniffs food for a long time, measuring the temperature with his nose so as not to burn his mouth.
As soon as they don’t call a cat: cute, independent, harmful. This is an animal with a character to be reckoned with. For many centuries, cats were destroyed, which led to the most terrible consequences, including the spread of plague through rats. Only with time did people realize the important role this animal plays in nature.A pet deserves, no doubt, deserves love and respect.
