Little Known Facts about Black Cats

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Not all black cats are truly black

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Most have yellow eyes

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Black isn't just one color

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Even their hair length varies

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Ancient Egyptians worshipped black cats

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Black cats might be "tougher" than others

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They're not always seen as bad luck

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They have their own day

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Photographing them can be tricky

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