Meet Octocat – The Face of GitHub
From pull requests to playful mishaps, Octocat is the heart of GitHub's community.
Octocat Gallery
Discover Octocat in various fun scenarios and adventures
Fun Facts About Octocat
Created by Simon Oxley
Octocat was designed by British graphic designer Simon Oxley, who also created the Twitter bird logo.
Error Page Star
Octocat appears in GitHub's famous error pages, making 404s and 500s a little less frustrating.
Themed Variations
Octocat gets dressed up for special events, holidays, and GitHub milestones with unique themed designs.
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More than just a mascot, Octocat represents the collaborative spirit of the GitHub developer community.
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Octocat Adventures Community
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