Now see MailOnline readers' brilliant pictures of crafty felines blending into backgrounds: You take up the cat camouflage challenge (and keep them coming)

Some use a similar shade of carpet to their skin, while others use cushions

One white cat cunningly disguises itself inside a sink



In another picture a cat cleverly uses the back of a dog for camouflage

Camouflage is a handy technique used by the army to avoid detection, but it turns out that cats are just as good at concealing themselves in their surroundings.

When we asked our readers to send us examples of their feline friends' fantastic abilities to blend into the background, the responses show some impressive skills.



These camouflage cats turn hide and seek into an art-form with some going for carpets and cushions a similar shade to their fur, while others make use of blankets and teddy bears.



Do you have any photos of your camouflaged cat? Send them to MailOnline by emailing mailonlinepictures@dailymail.co.uk

Inceptional: A nifty camouflage cat takes inspiration from the inspiration to the chair cover and blends in like a zebra with its stripes

Nothing to see here: This fluffy little cats blends well into the fur of his play apparatus Paw-sing a problem: The owner of this kitten must have a struggle finding him after he's had a nap! Head to tail: It's a real struggle to see where the cat ends and the background begins in both these photos



Who me? This cat turns around and almost looks in surprise at the camera than it has been discovered Hide and seek: Clearly set to be an expert camouflage cat when he grows up Where kitty, kitty, kitty? You may have to look twice to spot this cleverly hidden camouflage cat When you are a cream-coloured Persian, disappearing into a fluffy white climbing frame may not be the most difficult task, but a meaner feat is that of one Bengal cat who managed to find a leopard print blanket that perfectly matched its fur. MailOnline reader Gemma Kiernan's cunning kitten displays all the traits of a future camouflage connoisseur in two snaps where even the most trained eye will struggle to locate the young feline. RELATED ARTICLES Previous

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Polar bear grins with delight as she emerges from freezing... Share this article Share While most cats have been snapped by their owners blending into carpets and cardigans, a couple chose to hide among trusty stuffed animals and teddies in attempts to merge with the crowd. Some of the moggies have been caught seemingly unaware of their background blending skills, yet one striped ginger appears to know exactly what it is doing, hiding on top of a wooden cabinet that perfectly matches its fur. Dancer in the dark: A pair of green eyes are the only giveaway in this picture Earning their stripes: Two kittens hide amongst the black and white on a bedspread Looks can be deceiving: How many cats can you spot in this photograph? I'm ballin: Careful kitten, someone might actually take you for the football one day Blast, they found me! If only those soft paws weren't so pink and those big eyes not so blue, this game of hide and seek could have gone on forever Sneaky: This crafty animal blends into the material on the bean bag Cat in the act: Despite nearly managing to merge completely with the spotty print, Coleen Coles' cat was caught Thinking out of the box: They say never match stripes with stripes, but this is clearly an exception to the rule Dark Knight: There is definitely a cat hidden in there - but it is doing a fine job pretending otherwise Chilling cat: These felines look like they could not care less about camouflage as long as they can sleep

Cat-ch me if you can: Laura Mawby's pet cat is barely visible curled up on a carpet

I can't see you: This cat thinks that by hiding his face that his owner won't be able to see him as he hides Blended: These cats blend into the colours behind them as the relax

Hard life: This cat looks happy as it dozes by the fire matching the throw it is resting on Spots and stripes: This nifty pair have both managed to find fabrics that perfectly matches their fur

Moggie matching: This ginger tabby blends in perfectly with the wooden cabinet It's there, we swear: It's a tough one, but a little screen-tilt and this chameleon cat appears Perfect pillow: Nicole Loxton's pet looks less than happy that it has been discovered when it found such a hiding place Snowy and sneaky: This white kitten looks poised to attack, having all but disappeared into the bedsheets in the background Cat-nap: Suzy Neal's cat has figured out the perfect way to be left in peace while getting its 40 winks - just hide Smooth operator: Thanks to its stripy pattern, this moggy perfects and effortless blend from fabric to fur Friends fur-ever: Thanks to their similar patterns, these two buddies help each other hide Welcome to the jungle: Freya Garden's beloved pet disappears during a nap Disappearing act: Sara Hart's cat as managed to blend in to its favourite blanket

Camouflage King: A majestic looking ginger tom surrounds himself with lions and giraffes to disappear into the background Into the blue: When you want a moment for yourself, a group of fluffy friends to hide behind always helps Pole position: Thanks to a penguin pal, this cool cat blends in well Nesting: The white feet and belly may work with the bedsheets but in order to completely fool the camera, this cat has snuggled up with a monkey and some teddy dogs Child's play: The crafty feline tries to blend in with the toys Protective pals: This cat has his friends all lined up to cover its back as it takes a nap on a sofa Les faux animaux: These two cats are also going for stuffed animals when the attempt to go undiscovered Another teddy fan: The choice of stuffed animals appears to be a trend among camouflage cats Can you see it? A grey cat sits on a similar-coloured furry rug

Monochrome moggy: This cat looks startled it has been spotted as it rests on a black and white floor

Matching pair: A beige dog rests on the beige floor with a beige kitten on its back

Dangerously hidden: A fluffy cat curls up on carpet that matches its long-grey fur

Nothing occurring here: These hilarious snaps show a range of cats blending into the background to avoid detection

Leopard print: This crafty cat stretches out a bed which matches its spotty fur

