The pupils can also dilate to an almost-perfect circle. Douglas suspects this geometry may explain why cuttlefish have one of the fastest pupil reflexes of any animal — about twice as fast as humans. Related reading: Why huskies have blue eyes. Originally published by Cosmos as Why do cats have slit-shaped eyes? Cosmos is published by The Royal Institution of Australia, a charity dedicated to connecting people with the world of science.
Financial contributions, however big or small, help us provide access to trusted science information at a time when the world needs it most. Please support us by making a donation or purchasing a subscription today. Share Tweet. A cat's distinctive slit-shaped pupils helps it accurately gauge the pouncing-distance to its prey. Tiny pupils deliver the sharpest image and perform best for stereopsis.
The round human eye allows us to hunt, gather and observe fine details. The w-shaped cuttlefish pupil is a distinctive feature of the most bizarre eye in the animal world. Andrea Alfano , Tech Times 08 August , am. Do not reproduce without permission. Tags: Science Cats. Subscribe to Tech Times! Sign up for our free newsletter for the Latest coverage!
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