I saw a cat today and I was wondering how it moved. It seemed to glide effortlessly across the room, its movements so fluid and graceful. I'm curious about the mechanics of its movement, like how its legs work together to create that smooth gait.
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Riccardo
Tue Apr 08 2025
Cats possess a unique gait known as digitigrade.
GliderPulse
Tue Apr 08 2025
The digitigrade stance of cats allows for rapid locomotion.
KimchiQueen
Tue Apr 08 2025
The digitigrade posture also contributes to cats' silent movements.
Dario
Tue Apr 08 2025
Cats are well-known for their stealthy behavior.
Davide
Mon Apr 07 2025
In addition to their agile movements, cats have a supple spine.