Bruce Kornreich explains that cats evolved their incredible flexibility to fit through small spaces to chase prey and hide from predators, making them apex predators.
Kornreich highlights the importance of a cat's skeletal structure, noting their 30 vertebrae and lighter, uniquely composed bones enhance their flexibility and range of motion.
He compares a cheetah's spine to a slinky, illustrating how the vertebrae's ability to expand and compress enables efficient and dynamic movement during running.
A 2023 research paper further supports that cats' agility and flexibility are linked to their anatomical features, allowing them to excel in various environments.
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