Lucky Cat

Here on Faial it is quite common to see six toed cats - I am assuming that it is because of the islands close ties with whaling ships and Massachusets in the United States, that they are here. Six toed cats were valued by sailors for their climbing and hunting abilities and to help in controlling shipboard rodents. They were also considered to be extremely good luck when at sea. Up at one of the small mini markets there is a six toed cat which we took the picture of and he seems very happy there. So just a little message to Belfry, when you get here don´t get alarmed if you see one of your six toed cousins.