Did you know that cats have a mortal fear of cucumbers? A new viral video demonstrates the exaggerated reactions of felines when they encounter the vegetable. Check it out!
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The clip, shared on Instagram in early October, has already received over 190,000 views, as well as more than 6,000 likes and various comments from internet users who found the scene amusing.
Why are cats afraid of cucumbers?
Jill Goldman, an expert in animal behavior, shared her hypotheses with National Geographic, explaining that cucumbers trigger cats’ natural startle reflexes.
“With a startle response, a cat typically tries to get out of there as quickly as possible and then reevaluate from a distance,” explained Goldman.
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According to Pam Johnson-Bennett, author of Think Like a Cat, placing cucumbers near cats’ feeding areas can further confuse them, as these spaces are normally associated with safety and protection.
Goldman also added that cats may associate the shape and length of cucumbers with snakes, which could explain their fearful reaction. She emphasized that intentionally causing stress to an animal is not a good thing to do.
