Top 10 noble cats in the world

Cats usually refer to domestic cats, but they can also refer to wild cats. Domestic cats are often called "cats" in modern society, while wild cats were often called "raccoons" or civet cats in ancient times. In southwestern regions such as Sichuan, Yunnan, Chongqing, Guizhou, and Hunan, people are accustomed to calling cats "Mamimi". Today, cats have become one of the most popular pets in the world, and there are endless legends and histories about cats. What noble cats do you know? Or, which cat do you think has the most noble temperament? The editor has compiled the top ten noble cats in the world for everyone, including Bengal cats, Turkish Van cats, Persian cats, Russian blue cats, Abyssinian cats, American silver tabby cats, Birman cats, etc. Which elegant and smart noble cat do you like best?

1. Bengal cat

Bengal cats, also known as Bengal cats, originated in the United States. It is a new cat breed bred by hybridization with Egyptian cats. In 1984, it officially became a breed with a gentle personality and stable genetic characteristics. Leopard cats are medium-to-large cats with wedge-shaped heads, slender bodies and smooth muscle lines. They are covered with beautiful leopard fur, with spots and marble patterns. Leopard cats have hard and silky hair, which feels as smooth as satin and is very suitable for touch. Internationally recognized Bengal cats mainly have three colors: gold, silver and snow.

2. Turkish Van Cat

Turkish Van Cat is a very old cat that originated from the mutation breeding of Turkish Angora cats. It can be said that it is a unique branch of Angora cats. Van cats are purely natural and not the result of artificial breeding. Although they are very suitable for family breeding, as a rare species of national treasure, Van cats are extremely rare in China, and there are almost none. In Turkey, the local government has stepped up efforts to crack down on the smuggling and export of Van cats, so the price of a purebred Turkish Van cat on the black market can reach millions of dollars.

3. Persian cat

Persian cats originated from the native long-haired cats and Turkish Angora long-haired cats in Afghanistan. After more than 100 years of careful selection and breeding in the UK, they were finally born in 1860. Their average lifespan is 12 to 15 years, and their weight is usually between 3.5 and 7 kilograms. They are a common long-haired cat species. Persian cats have a pleasing face and long and gorgeous back hair, and their manners are elegant, so they are known as the "Prince of Cats" or "Princess". As one of the purebred cats loved by cat lovers in the world, Persian cats occupy a pivotal position among cats.

4. Russian Blue Cat

Russian Blue Cat, also known as Russian Blue Cat, Archangel Blue Cat or Maltese Cat, enjoys the reputation of "short-haired noble" and "winter elf". Their origin is the cold Siberia region. Due to the long distance from China, Russian Blue Cat is relatively rare in China. Most blue cats sold on the market are either pretending to be other cats or are the offspring of hybrids with other cat breeds. The real purebred Russian Blue cat has pure blue fur, smooth hair and silver luster. Although they are short-haired cats, their fur is like seal skin, smooth and delicate to the touch, and naturally exudes a noble temperament.

5. Abyssinian cat

The Abyssinian cat, also known as the Ethiopian cat, is known as the "ballet cat" for its elegant gait. Its fur color is similar to that of a hare, so it is also known as the "rabbit cat" or "ball cat" in the UK. The Abyssinian cat is slender, with dense fur, usually khaki; slender limbs and well-developed muscles; the head is wedge-shaped, with large and bright eyes, and the colors are golden, green and light brown. There are light cream stripes on its chin, lips and corners of the eyes. Due to these stripes and the characteristics of the spots on the head, the appearance of the Abyssinian cat is very similar to that of a small cougar.

6. American Silver Tabby Cat

The American Silver Tabby Cat is an aristocratic cat with silver and black as the main colors. This cat is different from the common black and white cats we see, but a new species bred from the American Tabby Cat. American Tabby Cats include yellow tabby, golden tabby, black tabby, red tabby, etc. American Silver Tabby Cats are friendly and docile, and they love the attention and gentle touch of their owners. As a true working cat, the American Shorthair Cat (American Shorthair) has a very suitable structure for work, and it has no exaggerated anatomical defects. Generally speaking, they are strong, well-balanced, strong and well-proportioned, have good endurance and agility, are well-behaved and smart, and can live in harmony with people.

7. Birman Cat

Birman cats, also known as the Burmese sacred cat, are said to have been raised by monks in ancient Burmese temples and regarded as temple guardian cats. They were introduced to Europe in the 18th century and gradually evolved into the current species. Birman cats are long in body, with mainly light golden hair, darker fur on the face, ears, legs and tail, usually coffee or dark gray, and four white paws. Birman cats have a variety of fur colors, including seal, blue, lilac, chocolate, red, cream and tortoiseshell, all of which can also be matched with lynx textures. The hair on the chest and abdomen is wavy, which is quite distinctive. In addition, the ends of the Birman cat's limbs are white, often called "limbs stepping on snow", which makes them look more noble. Birman cats are gentle and friendly, with pleasant voices. They like to be close to people and are friendly to other cats.

8. Oriental Shorthair Cats

Oriental Shorthair cats are lively, curious cats that like to climb, jump, and play with their owners. They are very loyal to their owners, brave, and not overly sensitive or afraid of noise or surrounding noises. Compared with their ancestors, the Siamese cats, Oriental Shorthair cats have more stable personalities and are not as emotionally volatile as Siamese cats. They sometimes show strong jealousy, especially when their owners ignore them, they will not only feel jealous, but also lose their temper. If they stay with their owners for a long time since childhood, their personalities will become more and more like dogs, and they will even turn back to signal or seek the owner's consent when the owner leaves their sight. Oriental Shorthair cats have extremely high IQ, far exceeding that of ordinary purebred cats. They are naturally active and always full of fun of games and exploration.

9. Somali cat

The Somali cat is a medium-sized, elegant cat that gives people a kingly demeanor. Its appearance is similar to that of the Abyssinian cat, but its hair is semi-long hair. The weight is about 3.5 to 5.5 kilograms. Somali cats are lively, but not too enthusiastic. They are tenacious, gentle, like to play, have rich emotions, and are very dependent on the attention of their owners, but compared with Abyssinian cats, Somali cats are less possessive. They are very smart, understanding, gentle and considerate. Somali cats are flexible and often run like monkeys, and the way they grab food is also similar to monkeys. Many Somali cats know how to turn on the faucet because they like to play with water. Their strong muscles and serious faces give people a sense of wildness. Their motor nerves are extremely developed, they are agile, like to move freely, and their calls are clear and loud, so they are not suitable for keeping in apartments.

10. Chartres cat

Chartres cat, also known as Cartel cat or Chartres cat, originated in France. It is said that this cat was bred by monks in the Chartres Abbey in France. It is ranked as one of the three major blue cats in the world along with Russian Blue cat and British Shorthair cat. Chartres cat is relatively round in shape, and its most notable feature is its blue-gray hair. Its hair is thick, soft, elastic, and sparkling with a charming luster. It is a short-haired cat with slightly long fur. Chartres cat has a slightly larger and round head, with a pair of plump cheeks, and bright and expressive golden eyes, which makes it look smart and cute.

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