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Balinese cat
- Animal
- Cat
- Origin
- Thailand
About the Balinese cat
The Balinese is a long-haired domestic cat breed originating in Thailand. It has Siamese-style point coloration and sapphire-blue eyes. The breed arose as a natural mutation of the Siamese, and is also known as the purebred long-haired Siamese. It shares the Siamese identity while having a medium-length, silky coat and a distinctively plumed tail. These visible traits help distinguish the Balinese: its coat is longer than the Siamese type described in its background, and its tail carries a noticeable plume. The Balinese is classified as a cat. For people choosing a cat, the combination of point coloration, blue eyes, and a silky coat is central to what defines this breed.
What stands out
- Sapphire-blue eyes
- Siamese-style point coloration
- Silky, medium-length coat
- Distinctively plumed tail
Worth knowing
- Long-haired coat requires consideration
Who it suits
The Balinese may suit people looking for a long-haired cat with Siamese-style point coloration, sapphire-blue eyes and a plumed tail.
In short
The Balinese is defined by its long, silky coat, Siamese-style points and sapphire-blue eyes. Its Siamese origin and plumed tail add to its distinctive description.
More cat breeds from Thailand
Khao Manee Thailand Photo: Octavio.hgc · CC BY-SA 4.0 
Photo credits6 photographs on this page
- Balinese cat — Фотограф: Анна Утехина · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Khao Manee — Octavio.hgc · CC BY-SA 4.0 · file page
- Korat — Heikki Siltala · CC BY 3.0 · file page
- Siamese — Ulics676767 · CC0 · file page
- Suphalak — Maewboran · CC BY-SA 4.0 · file page
- Thai — Talar · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
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