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Is This the World's Oldest Cat Photo?

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by Evan Pattison, Oct. 29, 2020


Cat, Pet, Mammal

Ginger cat staring at camera and licking his mouth with a long pink tongue


If you've been online for more than a few minutes, you've come across cat content, and for good reason:

Cats aren't just adorable. They also have a fascinating history with wide-ranging cultural significance. Over Snopes' many years, we've pounced upon dozens of cat facts and feline fictions.

Continue reading below for a few of our furry favorites.


By Evan Pattison

Is This a Real Photo of a Cat Sitting Like a Human?

Jan. 19, 2023

This eerie image had some comparing the feline to otherworldly beings.

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Are Mosaics of Cats Discovered in Pompeii, Italy, Real?

Dec. 14, 2022

Or are they just very creative artificial renderings?

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Is This Cat Wearing a Mask During the 'Spanish Flu'?

July 9, 2020

This cat wasn't going to risk any of its nine lives.

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Can You Catch COVID-19 from Your Cat?

Can You Catch COVID from a Cat?

July 15, 2022

Don't worry, there's no need to treat your pet like a bioweapon.

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Sweets, Confectionery, Food

Does This Photo Show a Cat's Tongue Under a Microscope?

April 1, 2022

Photo got your tongue?

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Is This the World's Oldest Cat Photo?

Oct. 29, 2020

Photographers have been trying to get cats to sit still for almost two centuries.

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