Siamese cat

The Siamese cat is one of the first distinctly recognised breeds of domestic cat. Selectively bred from the Wichianmat landrace native to Thailand, it is characterised by a temperature-sensitive colourpoint coat, blue almond-shaped eyes, large ears, and a slender, muscular body. Modern and traditional types later diverged, with the traditional type re-established as the separate Thai cat breed. Siamese cats have also contributed to several other breeds through crossbreeding.

Origin

Bred from the Wichianmat landrace native to Thailand

Coat

Distinctive colourpoint coat caused by temperature-sensitive albinism

Recognised long-haired variant

Balinese