Natural Acrobatic Flip Masters

Meet the Cat, Earth’s cutest acrobat! Ever wondered how Whiskers, even after a clumsy jump, stylishly lands on her paws? Thank the ‘righting reflex,’ a built-in cat gyroscope. By just 3-4 weeks old, kittens develop this reflex, which lets them instinctively twist mid-air to land feet-first.

Coupled with a flexible spine and free-floating collarbone, cats can turn and twist like elite gymnasts. But there’s more! Their keen sense of balance and sharp inner ears help them detect up from down rapidly. Even their tails play a part, acting as a counterbalance. Taking a leap and nailing the landing deserves a 10/10—cats are not just lucky; they’re biomechanically brilliant.