It’s a well-established fact that catsrulethe Internet. From their toe beans to their tongue tips, netizens can’t seem to get enough of felines doing their furry thing, whether they’re being graceful, derpy, or just going plain crazy.One subreddit, r/Blep, has been collecting pics of cats blepping for over a decade now, and thecommunityis nearly half a million members strong. If you still don’t know what a blep is, keep reading for some of the web’s most endearing examples.More info:RedditThis post may includeaffiliate links.

It’s a well-established fact that catsrulethe Internet. From their toe beans to their tongue tips, netizens can’t seem to get enough of felines doing their furry thing, whether they’re being graceful, derpy, or just going plain crazy.

One subreddit, r/Blep, has been collecting pics of cats blepping for over a decade now, and thecommunityis nearly half a million members strong. If you still don’t know what a blep is, keep reading for some of the web’s most endearing examples.

More info:Reddit

This post may includeaffiliate links.

Cat with tongue out, looking relaxed on a red blanket, showcasing a funny cat moment.

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Cat with a funny expression, big ears, and tongue sticking out slightly.

A funny cat with its tongue out photobombs a couple kissing in a sunny park setting.

Black and white cat with its tongue out, wearing a colorful scarf, sitting on a wooden floor.

Black and white kitten with tongue sticking out through bars, looking curious.

A cute cat lying on its back with its tongue sticking out, looking playful and funny.

Black and white cat with tongue out, lying on a couch.

Cat with tongue out near pink flowers, creating a funny expression.

Fluffy cat with tongue out, sitting beside a wooden chair on a light floor.

Bleps also happen when a cat is deeply relaxed, especially during sleep. Their jaws may slacken, letting their tongue slip out—a sign they feel completely safe and comfortable. Certain breeds like Persians or Himalayans are predisposed to blepping because of their facial structure, which makes keeping their tongue inside a bit more challenging.

Black and white cat sitting in a pot with tongue out, in a garden setting.

Cat with its tongue sticking out, wide eyes looking curious.

A cat peeks out from behind floral curtains with its tongue sticking out, creating a funny expression.

Sometimes, blepping can be a sign of dental discomfort, nausea, or even stress. If your cat bleps frequently alongside symptoms like drooling or troubleeating, it may be a sign of a health issue that warrants a trip to thevet- no cat’s favorite activity.A blep is just the tip of theicebergof fascinating cat tongue facts. Did you know that a cat’s tongue is coated with tiny, backward-facing spines called papillae? These spines are made of keratin (the same stuff as fingernails) and give the tongue its rough texture. Papillae are essential for grooming, helping the cat remove loose fur while distributing natural oils across their coat.

Sometimes, blepping can be a sign of dental discomfort, nausea, or even stress. If your cat bleps frequently alongside symptoms like drooling or troubleeating, it may be a sign of a health issue that warrants a trip to thevet- no cat’s favorite activity.

A blep is just the tip of theicebergof fascinating cat tongue facts. Did you know that a cat’s tongue is coated with tiny, backward-facing spines called papillae? These spines are made of keratin (the same stuff as fingernails) and give the tongue its rough texture. Papillae are essential for grooming, helping the cat remove loose fur while distributing natural oils across their coat.

Cat with tongue out, lying on carpet, one eye closed, and wearing a blue collar.

Cat with tongue out, peering over a blue blanket, creating a funny expression.

Cute cat with tongue out lounging on a person’s arm next to a remote.

A fluffy white cat with its tongue sticking out, creating a funny expression.

When cats groom, their tongues act as a comb and exfoliator, cleaning dead skin cells and improving their coat’s health. The rough texture can also remove dirt between their toes and help keep wounds clean. Cats' tongues are highly efficient at lapping up water too - they create a tiny cup-like structure to scoop up liquid quickly and effectively.

Cat with tongue sticking out, wearing a pink collar, sitting indoors.

Gray cat with its tongue out sitting on a box with a sign confessing to eating hair elastics.

A black and white cat with its tongue sticking out, sitting on a blanket.

Cat with tongue out sitting on wooden deck, looking playful.

The popularity of r/Blep is hardly a surprise. A 2015surveyfound that cats drove about 15% of all internet traffic. To put that into perspective, of about 4.66 billion people frequently using the web back then, 699 million were, at some point, searching for cats or cat-related topics every month. At the time of writing,Instagramalone turned up 502K posts for the hashtag #blep, signaling its popularity on social media.

A black and white cat with wide eyes sits on a wooden floor with its tongue slightly out.

Funny cat with its tongue out, looking surprised on a plaid chair.

Calico cat with tongue out, standing on a kitchen counter, looking curious and playful.

Fluffy cat with tongue out, sitting on wooden floor, showcasing a funny and cute expression.

Fluffy cat with tongue out reflected in a round mirror, looking surprised.

YouTube videos featuring felines account for over 26 billion views, making them the single most popular category on the site. While the site actually gets more searches for dogs, cat content gets nearly four times moreviralviews than content featuring hounds. In 2010, it wasestimatedthat there were about 1.3 billion cat pictures on the internet. Today, that number is expected to be over 6.5 billion. We wonder, just how many of them feature bleps?Let us know if you enjoyed this list of cats in full derp mode, and don’t forget to upvote for your favorites or leave a comment!

YouTube videos featuring felines account for over 26 billion views, making them the single most popular category on the site. While the site actually gets more searches for dogs, cat content gets nearly four times moreviralviews than content featuring hounds. In 2010, it wasestimatedthat there were about 1.3 billion cat pictures on the internet. Today, that number is expected to be over 6.5 billion. We wonder, just how many of them feature bleps?

Let us know if you enjoyed this list of cats in full derp mode, and don’t forget to upvote for your favorites or leave a comment!

A cute gray cat lying on its back with its tongue adorably sticking out.

Fluffy cat with wide eyes and tongue out, wearing a cute hat, intrigued by a cake with a lit candle on a pink box.

Cat peeking from blanket with tongue out playfully.

Siamese cat with tongue sticking out playfully.

A black and white cat laying on a carpet with its tongue sticking out humorously.

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A tabby cat sleeping with its tongue out, nestled on a soft surface, showcasing a funny and relaxed expression.

Gray tabby cat with tongue out and wide eyes, creating a funny expression.

Cat with tongue sticking out, lying on a bed, appearing playful and quirky.

Funny cat with tongue out, lying in a cozy bed.

Fluffy gray kitten with its tongue out, sitting on a cushioned chair.

White cat with tongue out, sitting in a cardboard box.

Hairless cat with blue eyes, humorously sticking its tongue out while sitting on a beige rug.

Fluffy cat on a counter with its tongue sticking out, surrounded by paint cans and cups.

Cat with tongue out, looking relaxed and sleepy on a dark blanket.

Black and white cat with its tongue out, looking surprised.

A cute black cat lying on a wooden floor with its tongue sticking out.

Black cat sitting on a person’s lap with tongue sticking out, looking playful.

Tabby cat sitting with its tongue sticking out slightly, looking curious.

White cat with its tongue sticking out, sitting on a wooden floor, placing its paw in a person’s hand.

Cat with a slightly protruding tongue sitting indoors, showing a funny expression.

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