Bengal cat
The Bengal cat is a breed of hybrid cat created from crossing of a Asian leopard cat (Prionailurus bengalensis), with domestic cats, especially the spotted Egyptian Mau. It is then usually bred with a breed that demonstrates a friendlier personality, because after breeding a domesticated cat with a wildcat, its friendly personality may not manifest in the kitten. The breed's name derives from the leopard cat's taxonomic name.
| Bengal Cat | |
|---|---|
A female Bengal cat with tricolored rosettes and a clear coat. | |
| Origin | United States |
| Foundation bloodstock | Egyptian Mau, Abyssinian, and others (domestic); Asian leopard cat (wild) |
| Breed standards | |
| CFA | standard |
| FIFe | standard |
| TICA | standard |
| WCF | standard |
| ACF | standard |
| ACFA/CAA | standard |
| CCA-AFC | standard |
| GCCF | standard |
| NZCF | standard |
| Feline hybrid (Felis catus × Prionailurus bengalensis bengalensis) | |
Bengals have a wild appearance; their golden shimmer comes from their leopard cat ancestry, and their coats may show spots, rosettes, arrowhead markings, or marbling. They are an energetic breed that needs much exercise and play.
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