Cats fascinate with their graceful, fluid movements, their expressive eyes, and their beautiful coat patterns. Cats have an extraordinary sense of balance. And if they do happen to fall, they rarely get injured. It is said that they always land on their feet. And it is indeed true: When they fall backward, they first turn their head and front legs toward the ground, then their spine, and finally their hind legs. By stretching their legs and spreading their paws, they further slow down their fall—like a parachute. With this ability, they can almost cushion any impact gently.