Labels: text | screenshot | mammal | animal OCR: THE SKELETON Forelimbs THE UPPER AND LOWER bones of a cat's forelimbs, I like those of its hindlimbs, are both long, and of equal length, and are suitable for rapid movement. Although its forelimbs are shorter than its hindlimbs, their powerful muscles enable the cat to grapple with prey and to climb trees. Forelimbs and shoulders also absorb the impact of landing after a jump. LEG BONES Long limbs lengthen the cat's stride FOOT WATER JUMP Cats gain extra leg This cougar's forelimbs and length and speed by shoulders act as shock absorbers walking on their toes on landing.
