how do cats see

Cats see quite differently from humans. They have a wider visual field of about 200 degrees compared to our 180 degrees, giving them a broader peripheral view to spot prey. Their vision is adapted for low light, as they have 6-8 times more rod cells than humans, allowing them to see well in dim conditions and at night, approximately 5.5 to 7 times better than humans in low light. However, their color vision is limited; cats see the world similar to a person with red-green color blindness—they distinguish mostly blues and greens but have difficulty with reds and pinks, which appear dull or gray to them. Their visual acuity is lower than humans, estimated around 20/100 to 20/200, meaning they see details less sharply from a distance but can detect motion very well. Cats have vertical slit pupils that help control light intake and improve depth perception for hunting. They also have a reflective layer behind the retina called the tapetum lucidum, which enhances their night vision by reflecting light back into their eyes.