Bengal
An athletic breed with a wild-looking spotted or marbled coat.
BEN
United States
Short
Medium
About the breed
The Bengal is a muscular, active breed developed to resemble a small wild cat, with a distinctive spotted or marbled coat that often has a glittered sheen. It is energetic, intelligent and highly playful.
Spotted (rosetted) or marbled patterns, commonly in brown, silver and snow variations.
No cats of this breed yet.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bengal a wild cat?+
No — it is a fully domestic breed originally developed from crosses with the Asian leopard cat; today's Bengals are many generations removed and kept as house cats.
Are Bengals high-energy?+
Yes — Bengals are among the most active breeds and need daily play, climbing space and stimulation; they suit owners who enjoy an interactive cat.
What is a 'rosetted' coat?+
Rosettes are two-tone spots — a darker outline around a lighter centre, like a leopard's — and are the Bengal's most prized pattern.
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