How do animals have so quick reaction time compared to human?

Question

I’ve seen so many videos where animals have(seemingly) instant reaction time and can escape fast from predators, how is it possible and why humans don’t have same reaction time?

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Answer 1

Have you ever had a jump scare?

We live in curated environments that are normally safe. We are rarely on our guard. But when we get a jump scare, our body has a very quick reaction.

Wild animals are always on their guard.