Cats In Circles: 23 Pictures Showing The Mysterious Feline Fascination With Everything Round

John Summers • Contributor

Apr 19, 2023 5:00 PM EDT

From the moment a cat spots a circle, it's as if an invisible force beckons them to sit within its confines. This strange yet endearing behavior has puzzled and amused cat lovers everywhere, leaving many of us wondering: why are our feline friends so captivated by these simple shapes? We may never unravel the full mystery behind cats and circles, but we can certainly revel in the amusement it brings.

In this listicle, we've compiled some of the most delightful and hilarious examples of cats who simply couldn't resist the allure of a perfect circle. So, sit back, relax, and let the geometry of feline fascination tickle your funny bone as you enjoy these irresistibly adorable cat-in-circle moments.

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Spellbinding kitty

via u/Me0wyLady

In this whimsical snapshot, a curious cat has found itself perched in the center of a circular rug adorned with mystical patterns, looking as if it were magically summoned by some feline-friendly sorcery. The captivating scene makes us wonder: is this a mere coincidence, or is there a secret cat-wizard alliance brewing right under our noses?
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If it's a loop, I'll swoop!

via u/confused_rapidity

Caught in the act, this charming grey cat has discovered a circle of metal beneath a chair and simply couldn't resist the urge to sit right in the middle of it. It's as if the feline world operates on some sort of secret circle-based code that mere humans can't quite comprehend.
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If it's round, I'm bound! (well, hexagonal works too)

via u/DefensiveWealth
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via u/CertainTossing
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via u/Particular-Tear2238
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via u/TealBlueLava
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via u/Spirited-Yard1012
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via u/Me0wyLady
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via u/Obvious_Meet6210
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via u/Christodouluke
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via u/acidic_dollar
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via u/IlliterateTendency
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via u/mrgwbland
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via u/sympathetic_manga
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via u/thisotterbefun
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via u/qunst
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via u/Limosa
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via u/nirinsanity
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via u/ConfusedFlareon
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via u/itsCatFluff
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via u/ramboton
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via u/Teakilla
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via u/migraine_boy