Have you ever noticed that no matter where a cat jumps or accidentally falls, he always lands on his paws. Why does it happen? Do cats possess some type of magical ability to defy the laws of gravity, or do their paws contain special elements?

Scientists who have studied cats tell you that they aren't magicians. They also don't have special gravity paws. They do, however, have bodies with some interesting characteristics that can explain the phenomenon of landing on all four feet. 

First, cats have an innate ability that scientists call the righting reflex. It allows cats to quickly determine the position of the top and bottom during a fall and maneuver their body to land on all four legs.

Secondly, cats have a very flexible body. They have smooth and fast movements, thanks to which they can turn in the air and land on their feet. Their spine is flexible and able to absorb impact. Cats also use their tail as a control balancing organ, which helps them keep their balance when they fall.

Thirdly, cats have a small body weight. This makes them less prone to injury when falling from a small height. As a result, even if the cat does not land perfectly, his body can absorb the impact and reduce possible damage. Cats are known to be able to survive falls from very great heights due to their anatomy and ability to relax before impact.

Of course, it does not mean that cats can safely fall from any height. The ability to land without injury depends on many factors: the condition of the ground on which they fall, the angle of incidence, and other circumstances. Therefore, do not leave your curious pets unattended next to an open window without a screen or on an unglazed balcony.