Wild Abyssinian
Alternative/Formal Name
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Pet Info
This shorthaired cat possesses many of the same attributes of the standard Abyssinian cat.
The Wild Abyssinian is a wonderful addition to any household seeking an independent friendly cat. Its name is misleading as it implies a 'wild feline'. This cat is in no way wild or feral and closely resembles the modern Abyssinian in many ways.
Wild Abyssinian
Extinct
From Singapore, close to the original type Abyssinian; ruddy (slatey) color, larger build, ringed tail, barred legs.
Allegedly still some wild Abyssinians in North Africa.
As a little digression, this cat breed used to be called, and perhaps is still called in certain countries, by the name, Ethiopian cat. The name Algerian cat has also been used.
In the 1990 issue of "Incats" Tord Svenson reports of his importation of wild Abyssinians from the jungles of Singapore, "These cats exhibit the marvelously friendly, outgoing personalities that American Abys are deservedly famous for, ...
Ticked hairs with two or more bands of colour comprise the coat, The overall colour is ruddy, but crosses have also created red and blue varieties. Italian breeders have developed a similar breed called the Wild Abyssinian.
as three Abyssinians introduced from Libya (or less likely Egypt) into the existing Abyssinian gene pool in the USA. The Abyssinian has become one of the most popular shorthair breed of cats in the USA. There are said to still be wild Abyssinians in ...
 See also: Abyssinian Cat, Aby, Fawn, Behavior, Agouti
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