Asian Leopard cats History:       

The leopard cat is a beautiful spotted cat which is similar in size to a tall domestic cat. Their coats are generally pale brown/tawny yellow, but this colouring is extremely variable, and may be bright reddish or grey. Underparts are white and they are marked with dark spots, bands and blotches. There are usually four longitudinal black bands running from the forehead to behind the neck. The ears of a leopard cat are long and rounded with a white spot on the black backs. Two whitish stripes run up from the internal corners of the eyes and there are one or two white streaks across the cheeks. The tail is spotted at the base and ringed indistinctly toward the tip. The soles of the feet are dark brown, and the legs are relatively long.
Characteristically the leopard cat has a small head and narrow muzzle. The skull is short and rounded and the orbits of the eye sockets are open at the back.

        Asian Leopard 

Distribution and Habitats

Leopard cats are one of the most common and widely distributed felids, from the dense tropical forests of Sumatra to the Manchurian and Siberian taiga. They are not restricted to primary forests, being found in scrublands, second-growth woodland, semi-deserts, and even agricultural regions, especially near water. They are tolerant of human activity, often being found close to villages.
Distributed as far north as North Korea and the Amur basin and as far south as Bali, the leopard cat’s range extends towards Pakistan through northern India, the southern Himalaya, Bangladesh, Burma, and Indo-China. They are found on the Philippines, Borneo and Java and several island near Japan.
The island of Tsushima is 700 km², with steep mountains and ravines. On the map it appears as a tiny dot just off the south coast of Korea
The map shows the distribution of Leopard Cats in grey.
The map is based on information in the Wild Cats Status Survey and Conservation Action Pla.

            Bengal Cat Info and Appearance:

from the first pairing of a wild Asian Leopard Cat, a small, forest-dwelling cat found in Asia and India, and a domesticated cat, usually in most cases an Egyptian Mau, which occurred more that 35 years ago.  The Bengal cat has since purred its way into the hearts and homes of cat fancier’s world wide, and is currently one of the most popular cat breeds. The exotic beauty, affectionate nature and intelligence of the Bengal cat has since inspired many other hybrid cat,    The Bengal Cat we know today firs registered with the International Cat Association (TICA) in 1983 developed by Jean Mill in the U.S.A.

The Bengal cat has a gorgeous, shiny camouflage coat, perky, attentive ears amazing physical prowess and an extremely high of intelligence, They are a medium sized cat with long muscular bodies, The colors of kittens range from black on silver (charcoal) to chocolate brown on orange (sorrel). All Bengals must have a black tailtip.

Male average about 12-18 Lbs and Females 8-12Lbs, live span range up to 16 years, There are two coat patterns, spotted and marbled, each of which can be found in two main colors Brown and Snow, It is not until the fourth generation (F4) that the hybrids are fully recognized as Bengals, and can be exhibited on a cat show.      

Bengal Cat Personality:

Bengal cats are  playful, affectionate, curious intelligent and almost dog-like. You can find curious little critter carrying toys around in there mouth.   They can be trained to walk on a leash, and some of them actually like water! And can splash in the sink, or even jump in to the shower with you.

Below some of are Bengals splasing in the sink

If you're an apartment dweller, and have your heart set on a dog, but not enough room, a Bengal is the next best choice. Bengals make fun, they each have there own distinct personality , are always interested in what you are doing, a wonderful pets, some like to used there voices, specially when you talk to them; most of them also like to purr, however all cats are different. 

Bengal’s use litter boxes and require no special licenses or permits. they are great with children, dogs and other animals Bengal cats are addictive!

To belie its wild background, the Bengal combines the exotic look and feel of the small forest-dwelling wild cats they descend from with the dependability and loving temperament of the domestic cat. For a walk on the wild side with an affectionate companion, you can't go wrong with a Bengal.

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