Myth #29: Bulls Become Angry When They See Red

It’s a vivid and enduring myth that has stirred the arena for ages: the notion that a bull turns into a raging beast at the mere sight of a red cape. But let’s hold onto our horns for a moment! Bulls don’t harbor any particular grudge against the color red. In fact, they’re colorblind when it comes to those crimson tones.

What truly gets their adrenaline pumping is the dynamic motion of the cape, not its hue. Bulls, much like many creatures in the animal kingdom, possess a keen sensitivity to movement, and they tend to react swiftly to perceived threats encroaching. This innate behavior forms the foundation of the dramatic dance we witness in the bullfighting arena.