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How do cats land on their feet when falling?

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Cats have a remarkable ability to right themselves in mid-air if they fall. This is known as the "righting reflex." Cats have a highly flexible backbone and do not have a collarbone, allowing them to twist their bodies and adjust their position quickly while falling. They also have a highly developed sense of balance and a unique inner ear structure that helps them orient themselves in space. All these adaptations work together to help cats land on their feet when falling.

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