https://piggytube.piggy-server.org/videos/watch/380823f2-c50a-4b59-9fc8-525aad75528e What's the extra pad on my cat's front paws? What are the small pockets on my cat's ears? What's that transparent thing on my cat's eyes? In this video, we will talk about some mysterious cat body parts that you probably don't know what they do. Extra Paw Pad: Have you ever wondered how cats can lean so far forward from the edge of a high wall without tipping over? The answer is their carpal pads. Apart from the five cute pads on a cat's paw, there is one extra pad that is positioned slightly away from the others. It's only found on the backside of each front leg, not on the rear ones. Its main purpose is to provide the cat with extra traction when they are going down a hill or a tree or when they make a sudden stop or a turn while running. When a cat leans forward, the carpal pads press against the wall, which keeps them from tipping over. This also allows them to retreat or cancel the jump if they change their mind. Ear Pocket: If you take a closer look at your cat's ears, you will notice this mysterious little pocket of skin at the outside base of the ears. It's not very big and it's usually hidden by the fur. This little pocket is called "Henry’s pocket". while its purpose isn't known for sure, Scientists think it helps cats amplify high-pitched sounds, like the sounds of mice and birds. which isn't surprising given that mice and birds are cats' main preys. The pocket is also a common area for parasites, dirt, and debris to gather. This has led some to think that it acts as a natural trap to keep the ear clean. However, this explanation is less common and less likely to be the case. It's important to check the pocket regularly for signs of infection or parasites. If you notice any redness, swelling, or discharge, you should consult your veterinarian. Inner Eyelid: You might have spotted this transparent layer in your cat's eyes before and wondered what its purpose is. Cats have an extra eyelid known as the nictitating membrane, or the third eyelid. It's a retractable transparent membrane located in the inner corner of each eye. When a cat blinks, the nictitating membrane moves diagonally across the eye very quickly acting like a windshield wiper to clear foreign objects from the eye. It also helps produce tears that keep the eye moist. Usually, you don’t really see a cat’s third eyelid because it’s hidden from view when retracted inside the corner of the eye. Sometimes, you might be able to see the third eyelid if your cat is very relaxed. like when your cat just woke up from a deep sleep or is about to fall asleep. In many cases, the appearance of a third eyelid indicates that something is wrong. In general, if you notice your cat’s third eyelid protruding for more than a few hours, you should contact your veterinarian. Jacobson's organ: Have you ever noticed your cat making this weird facial expression? This expression is known as the flehmen reaction. It is simply your cat using a secret organ that you may not have known they have. This organ is called Jacobson's organ, and it is located in the roof of the mouth. It helps them detect odorless pheromones that are undetectable to humans. This allows them to identify potential mates, communicate with each other about their mood or reproductive status. They can also use it to navigate their environment, such as finding food sources by detecting pheromones left by other animals, or finding their way back home. Vertical pupils: Cats are ambush predators. which means they hide and wait for their prey before attacking. In order for the attack to be successful, they need to judge how far away their prey is. The vertical shape of their pupils gives them a superior depth of field, which helps them judge distance. Additionally, vertical pupils allow more light to enter the eye, which is important for hunting in low light conditions. Not all cats have vertical pupils. For example, big cats like lions and tigers have round pupils. This is because big cats are not ambush predators. They are active hunters that chase their prey. Round pupils are better suited for this type of hunting because they give the cat clear focus across their entire field of view. Some other ambush predators that have vertical pupils are crocodiles and Snakes. Whiskers: Rough tongue: Chapters: 0:00 Extra Paw Pad 00:41 Ear Pocket 01:22 Inner Eyelid 02:11 Jacobson's organ 02:44 Vertical pupils 03:28 Whiskers 03:58 Rough tongue Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:48:26 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://piggytube.piggy-server.org https://piggytube.piggy-server.org/lazy-static/avatars/92ad7bdd-6440-4318-8535-27765d598515.png https://piggytube.piggy-server.org/videos/watch/380823f2-c50a-4b59-9fc8-525aad75528e All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://piggytube.piggy-server.org/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.