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Yes, it is not uncommon for a kitten/cat to suckle the nipple area of another cat wether it be male or female especially before taking a nap. Kittens have been known to suckle on a trusted persons ear lobe or chin as a sign of nurturing and affection.

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Because kittens just have an instinct to suckle, if a kitten lacks milk it will suckle basicaly anyhing, even your arm.

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It is just a habit from kittenhood, some cats never lose it.

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Either the kitten is very hungry and needs its mother very badly, or you are mistaken about the gender of your cat.

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Because they are young and get confuesd.So they think the male cat is the mommy cat.Sometimes

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For the same reason it suckles at its mothers.

It is instinct, it may be hungry, or it is comforting to it.

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Maybe it wants to play.

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