Saccadic Eye Movements

Saccadic eye movements are quick, jerky movements our eyes make to rapidly shift focus from one point to another. They allow us to efficiently scan our environment, reading text, tracking moving objects, or shifting attention between different areas. These rapid motions are controlled by specific brain regions that coordinate muscle movements around the eyes, enabling us to gather visual information quickly and accurately. Saccades happen automatically and can occur several times per second, helping us build a cohesive visual experience of our surroundings while keeping the gaze aligned with our current interests or tasks.