Did you know that human eyes are always shaking? Our eyes are in constant motion, a phenomenon known as microsaccades, tremors, and drifts, even when fixated on a single point. These tiny, involuntary movements are essential for vision because they prevent sensory adaptation, where static images on the retina would fade if the eyes remained perfectly still. Microsaccades help refresh visual information, allowing us to perceive fine details and maintain a steady flow of input to the brain. These movements also enhance our ability to detect subtle changes in our environment and support the brain’s processing of visual stimuli, ensuring a vivid and dynamic perception of the world around us.
If you want to read more about the human vision system’s crazy hacks, check out: Crazy Eye / Brain Hacks – You Are A Time Traveler
