Why Do Cats Have Whiskers?

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Cat whiskers are iconic. They are adorable, tickle us at night, and serve a function.

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1. Cat’s whiskers aren’t just on their face

Your cat has whiskers above their eyes, ears, mouth, and forelegs, not only around their nose!

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Whisker distribution is symmetrical

Cats have 24 muzzle whiskers. Each side features 12 symmetrical whiskers for reliable environmental measurement.

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Built-in measuring tape

You may have observed your cat inserting its head into an aperture before its body.

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They work as vibration sensors

Your cat's whiskers can detect airborne vibrations, making them highly valuable for determining distances and pursuing prey.

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They help with close up vision

It may surprise you to hear that your cat's close-up vision is poor.

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Whiskers are night vision aids

Whiskers let cats walk around at night without banging into things!

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Whiskers tell you how they’re feeling

If their whiskers are hard and pulled around their face, they may feel threatened. If they are relaxed, they may be joyful and comfortable.

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