Can Cats See in the Dark?

Veterinarians and scientists dont fully understand everything about cats and how well they see is still one of those mysteries. Cats have been domestic pets for nearly 12000 years and we are still actively learning about them.
There are many myths about how well cats see including that they can see in the dark and that their vision is better than ours. These oftrepeated ideas can make cats seem like supernatural beings.
In reality cats cant see in total darkness but they possess improved vision in darker settings thanks to their eyes anatomy.

Can Cats See in the Dark?
You may have heard they can but this is only partially true. Cats dont have true night vision and like us cannot see in the complete absence of light.

However cats are definitely able to see better in lowlight environments than humans are. It can come in handy when theyre stalking prey in the early morning or late evening hours. These times of the day are important for outdoor cats. Theyre hunting for food when many small prey animals are most active.
Many cat owners are confident their cat can in fact see in the dark. They get this impression because cats see well in low or

little light. However modern homes are rarely completely dark and the light from street lamps clocks and other appliances allows just enough light for a cat to see.
How Does Cats LowLight Vision Work?
Cats vision involves their unique anatomy. Their eyes are large in