Pretty much all cats have very thin hairs in their ears that, when you try to touch them, it causes your cat to instinctively flick its head to get rid of the nuisance (your hand).

You may ask why they do this.

Cats use these little thin hairs to enhance their senses of hearing greatly. These hairs are SO sensitive that if anything comes even remotely close to them, the cat flicks its head to eliminate the distraction. This “distraction” usually translates to flying insects and such, but your hand is on that list as well.

So, avoid trying to touch these hairs. If you actually do manage to touch these hairs, and you, say, pull one out by accident…this can actually reduce your cat’s sharp hearing abilities, as your cat relies on those hairs to help it hear so well.

If you are interested in learning more, browse the content of this website for the vet Boynton Beach, as they can provide further details on this matter.