TED-Ed: Why do cats have vertical pupils? | Emma Bryce

The video explores the diversity of pupil shapes in animals and their roles in ecosystems. It explains how pupil shapes, such as vertically and horizontally elongated pupils, aid in hunting and predator detection. Unique adaptations like gecko pinhole pupils and pseudo pupils in insects are discussed. The video also covers why some animals, including humans, have round pupils and highlights exceptions in pupil shapes.

How do nocturnal geckos utilize their unique pupil structure for hunting?

What are some of the unusual pupil shapes found in different animal species?