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Black cats are thought to bring bad luck—but we think they’re absolutely adorable, ultra pettable, and cuddletastic. Not to mention utterly magnificent and, really, just tinier versions of noble panthers. That’s why Bored Panda compiled this mega-awesome super-duper massively-fluffy list of the cutest and funniest pictures of black cats.

There are plenty of superstitions surrounding black cats. Sadly, some of them are negative. For instance, in the Middle Ages, cats were thought to have a close link to black magic and witchcraft. In fact, these adorable cats were thought to be witches in disguise! This led to a lot of kitties ending up hurt as they were punished alongside witches in 13th century Europe and 17th century Massachusetts. Nowadays, black cats are still sometimes seen as symbols of the mystical. And what Halloween party is complete without someone dressing up as a cute cat or putting up a prop of a feline in a witch’s hat?

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My Twin Black Cats That Like To Sleep Mirrored Did This Position Last Night

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My Black Cat Looks Like My White Cat’s Shadow

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The other major superstition associates black cats with bad luck and, by extension, death. Once again, this belief has its roots in the Middle ages when it was thought that not only dark cat fur colors but any dark colored animals were linked with death.

In 16th-century Italy, for example, if a black cat were to lie down on someone’s sickbed, it was thought that death (or rather Death with a capital “D”) was about to pay them a visit.

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In Most Western Cultures, Black Cats Are Considered A Bad Omen. But In Scottish Lore, The Arrival Of A Strange Black Cat Signifies Prosperity.

In most western cultures, these beautiful cats are considered a bad omen. But in Scottish lore, the arrival of a strange black cat signifies prosperity

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In modern times, some of us still hang onto the belief that if a black cat crosses your path, you’ll be in for some bad luck. Similarly, a white cat crossing your path is said to bring good luck. But do you know what we think? We believe that a cute cat crossing your path is definitely great luck.

When we take a closer look at different cultures, we realize that they have different understandings of what encountering a black cat means. For instance, in ancient Egypt, darker cat colors were considered good luck, protected you from disease, and gave a boost to your fertility.

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Construction Workers Put High-Visual Jacket On Black Cat So It Doesn't Get Hurt

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Her First Swedish Winter Came As Quite The Surprise!

Our silly cat wasn't prepared for her first Swedish winter!

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I Heard A Noise Coming From Under The Couch And This Is What I Saw When I Looked Down

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think he also heard the noise.. you better check ..

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Meanwhile, in Japan, spotting a black cat means that you’ll have luck finding love. While seeing a cat on your porch or in your doorway implies that you’ll be prosperous soon. Similarly, in France, seeing a black cat meant that something magical was about to happen.

It’s great to know that not all superstitions are stereotypically negative. Especially considering how many black cats we’ve crammed into this list!

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It's Toothless!

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Hi Is Not A Devil. He Is Just A Cat In Flour

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"This Character Has Not Been Unlocked Yet"

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"To earn this achievement, you need to beat the Vet Overlord in his hide."

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3:30am Zoomies Must Be Incredible

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How many black cats did you own when you went to bed? Looks like the summoned their siblings.

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Black Kitty Enjoys Some Warm Ground Lighting.

Black kitty enjoys some warm ground lighting

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I Thought This Photo I Took Of My Black Cat Shows Off How Amazing Their Eyes Are

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This Is What I Saw When I Woke From My Nap...

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Black Cat On A Bed.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Charades: Mouse attack? Eating corn? Telling a scary story? Dracula? Carved pumpkin?

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Give The Older Shlter Kitties A Chance. Best Hugs Ever

Give the older shelter kitties a chance. Best hugs ever

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Jasper And Neil Were A Little Dramatic About Their Recent Vet Visit

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Gave Jack A Bath And Now He’s Doing That Stereotypical Black Cat Thing.

Gave Jack a bath and now he’s doing that stereotypical black cat thing

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like the witch in Tom and Jerry. She shrieked when Tom was on the broom to get this exact look!! Hahahah!

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This Is Voodoo, My Bottle Fed Baby That I Rescued

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This Black Cat!

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is that a special breed or does she just have to grow into her ears? A bat-cat :-)

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My Wife Said She Was Making Tacos For Dinner And Before I Could Blink, Obsidian Pops Out With Lightning Speed.

My wife said she was making tacos for dinner and before I could blink, Obsidian pops out with lightning speed

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Adopted This Loaf Two Months Ago! She Still Loves To Rest Her Head On My Hand

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My Heart Just Melted When I Saw That In The Subway

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Five Rescued Black Panthers

Five rescued black panthers

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Black Cat

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I Have Never Seen A Solid Black Cat With A Pink Nose

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When Zoomies Are About To Begin

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My Cat Is Legitimately Concerned That I Am In The Bath...

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My cat Phoebe jumps up and looks at me like, "you're in the water AGAIN?"

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Black Cat

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like a Japanese horror movie. Out of nowhere a figure appears. What is normally cute, its terrifyingly scary.

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This Is Morticia. We Got Her From The Black Cat Rescue. She Is Very Shy

This is Morticia. We got her from the black cat rescue. She is very shy

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Foster Kitten. I Can’t Even......

Foster kitten. I can’t even...

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We Watched The Rain Together With The Lights Off

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This Is What I Show People When They Ask Why My Hands Are Covered In Tiny Scratches...

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I Took Too Long Getting Out Of My Car. They Were Checking On Me

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Of course. You're messing up their schedule. No longer than 4 minutes between arriving at home and giving treats.

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Marlo Is *not* A Fan Of The Shirt

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Since Friday The 13th Seems To Mean Black Cat Day I'd Like You All To Meet My Little Void Girl.

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Thought I Got A Kitten, Got A Friendly Demon Instead.

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It Is A Shame That Thanksgiving Has Become An Over Commercialized Holiday Focused On Gluttony When It Should Really Be About Gratitude And Pious Self Reflection With Your Black Cat In A Pilgrim Hat

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My Dude Ray Showing Off His Thumb

My dude Ray showing off his thumb

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If he could talk he's have a deep villainous voice with an English accent.

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Cinder Belongs To The Family Down The Street But Still Waits For Me To Get Home Every Day

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This Hardware Store Has A Black Cat That Apparently Just Waltzed In And Never Left. They Call Him “Blacky”

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is from the mob and wants his protection money paid in treats.

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My Little Rescued Kitty Nagini. She Was So Tiny When Arrived Home

My little rescued kitty Nagini. She was so tiny when arrived home

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Black Cats

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did you know four cats that can stand each other and even work together is called trouble? ;)

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Are Tucked In Black Cats Allowed Here?

Are tucked in black cats allowed here?

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Black Cat

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Black cat, white dog... all of your clothes now have a contrast option.

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This Is My Little Helper In Our Rspca Shop- With Love From London

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6 Months At Our Home And He's As Happy As Can Be. Happy First Birthday!

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Took My Void To The Vet Extremely Worried He Had A Terminal Illness Because He Was Not Eating, Drinking Or Moving Much. Turns Out He Just Didin't Like The Food We Gave Him. He Has No Regrets

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My cat did that too. Started to throw up, not eat, just lie on the couch not moving. So I took him to the vet. Nothing wrong. Turns out the little bastard just thought he deserved a food upgrade.

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Black Cats Don't Photograph Well

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The Best Thing I Did In 2019 Was Adopting This Affectionate But Timid Black Cat!

The best thing I did in 2019 was adopting this affectionate but timid black cat!

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Black Cat

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But MOM, it's not my bedtime yet! Give me five more minutes, PLEEEAAASE?

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My Brand-New Toothless, Pixel. :) I've Wanted A Black Cat Since I Was A Kid.

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Black Cat

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My Poor Son Has Bad Skin Allergies And Has To Go To The Vet A Lot, But I Kinda Love Taking Him Because All The Techs Talk About How Handsome He Is

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One Of My Favorite Pictures Of Jiji, About A Month After We Found Her On The Side Of The Road.

One of my favorite pictures of Jiji, about a month after we found her on the side of the road

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