Their two furry test subjects were dropped from a height of 3.3 feet (1 meter) onto a soft cushion. Even when dropped with their backs facing downward, they turned and landed flawlessly, at least if ...

This well-known ‘air-righting reflex’ has fascinated both pet owners and scientists for centuries. But how can cats twist their bodies in midair and not violate the laws of physics? A recent study by ...