Animals
Cat Breeds
25 popular cat breeds with country of origin, size, coat type, life span, and temperament characteristics.
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Breed↕ | Origin Country↕ | Size↕ | Coat Type↕ | Life Span (years)↕ | Temperament↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Persian | Iran | medium | long | 12-17 | Calm, affectionate, gentle |
| Maine Coon | United States | large | long | 12-15 | Gentle, intelligent, playful |
| Ragdoll | United States | large | long | 12-17 | Docile, calm, affectionate |
| British Shorthair | United Kingdom | medium | short | 12-20 | Easygoing, calm, loyal |
| Siamese | Thailand | medium | short | 12-20 | Social, vocal, intelligent |
| Abyssinian | Ethiopia | medium | short | 9-15 | Active, playful, curious |
| Bengal | United States | medium | short | 12-16 | Energetic, intelligent, playful |
| Sphynx | Canada | medium | hairless | 8-14 | Energetic, social, mischievous |
| Scottish Fold | United Kingdom | medium | short | 11-14 | Sweet, gentle, adaptable |
| Birman | Myanmar | medium | long | 12-16 | Affectionate, gentle, social |
| Russian Blue | Russia | medium | short | 15-20 | Shy, gentle, intelligent |
| Norwegian Forest Cat | Norway | large | long | 12-16 | Gentle, friendly, independent |
| Devon Rex | United Kingdom | small | short | 9-15 | Playful, social, mischievous |
| Burmese | Myanmar | medium | short | 10-17 | Social, playful, affectionate |
| Exotic Shorthair | United States | medium | short | 12-15 | Calm, affectionate, sweet |
| American Shorthair | United States | medium | short | 15-20 | Gentle, easygoing, playful |
| Oriental Shorthair | United Kingdom | medium | short | 12-15 | Social, intelligent, vocal |
| Tonkinese | Canada | medium | short | 12-16 | Active, social, intelligent |
| Savannah | United States | large | short | 12-20 | Adventurous, loyal, intelligent |
| Turkish Angora | Turkey | small | long | 12-18 | Playful, affectionate, willful |
| Balinese | United States | medium | long | 12-20 | Vocal, social, intelligent |
| Chartreux | France | medium | short | 12-15 | Quiet, loyal, gentle |
| Himalayan | United States | medium | long | 9-15 | Calm, devoted, gentle |
| Somali | United States | medium | long | 11-16 | Active, playful, curious |
| Manx | Isle of Man | medium | short | 8-14 | Social, playful, gentle |
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