Cats are also thought to be trichromats, but not in the same way that humans are. A cat's vision is similar to a human who is color blind. They can see shades of blue and green, but reds and pinks can be confusing. These may appear more green, while purple can look like another shade of blue.

Can kittens see all colors?

In scientific observations, cats do not appear to perceive the full range of colors that humans can. Some scientists believe that cats see only blue and gray, while others think they see also see yellow like their canine counterparts.

Can kittens see in the dark?

Just like humans, cats and kittens can't see in total darkness. But they can see their way around under low levels of light. ... However, while kittens have better night vision than humans, they are nearsighted and unable to focus on objects that are far away.