Here’s an overview of the Bengal cat:
Origin and History: The Bengal cat breed originated in the United States in the 1960s through the crossbreeding of domestic cats with the Asian Leopard Cat (Prionailurus bengalensis), a small wildcat native to Asia. The goal was to create a domestic cat with the distinctive markings of a leopard and the friendly temperament of a domestic cat. Bengals were officially recognized as a breed in the 1980s.
Physical Characteristics: Bengal cats are known for their sleek, muscular bodies, wild-like coat patterns, and large, expressive eyes. They have a distinctive spotted or marbled coat, which can come in a variety of colors, including brown, silver, charcoal, and snow (which includes seal lynx, seal mink, and seal sepia).
Their coat is short to medium in length and has a luxurious, soft texture. Bengals may also have glitter in their fur, which gives them a shimmering appearance when viewed in the sunlight.
