Somali
- Average lifespan
- 14 years[7]
Temperament
Busy, Active, Agenda-driven, Affectionate
[1]Background
Developed from longhaired cats in Abyssinian lines, the name refers to neighbouring Somalia rather than proving a sole national origin.
[1]Appearance
The medium muscular body carries ticked hair, longer around the ruff, underside and hindlegs, with a prominent plumed tail.
[1]Coat and comparisons
Compared with Abyssinian, shared ticking contrasts with greater hair length and a fuller ruff and tail.
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