Catlore Catlore: The ebony patches on the back of Siamese cats’ necks were known to be the thumbprints of the gods that had picked up the cats to admire them. Source: Morris Desmond, Guild Publishing, 1988. Photo in Public Domain. Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Like Loading... Author: Nifty Buckles Folklore Auhtor Valerie Hopkins (pen name Nifty Buckles) Weaver of myth • Architect of the Darwind5 VAWT brand. Once chased by Vampire Pumpkins! View all posts by Nifty Buckles Folklore