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Bengal

Also known in Russian as Бенгальская

OriginUSA
Weight3.6–8.2 kg
Coatshort, spotted or marbled, with rosettes
Temperamentvery active, curious, always on the go
Activity and agilityA great fit: always moving, needs play and training. Can learn to walk on a leash.

Did you know?

Many Bengals are fascinated by water. TICA recognised the breed in 1983.

Good to know

Bengals come from crosses with the wild Asian leopard cat. Some places restrict early generations (F1-F4), for example the Netherlands and Belgium.

Source: catster.com

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