# Siamese Cat (*Felis catus*) A Siamese Cat is sleek and elegant with blue eyes and a curious mind. It often talks with loud, chatty meows. - **Category:** [Mammals](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/mammal) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low - **Habitat:** Homes and apartments; sunny windows and perches - **Also known as:** Siamese ![Siamese Cat](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771426181/objects/4436.jpg) ## Appearance The Siamese Cat has a sleek, muscular body with strikingly vibrant blue almond-shaped eyes. Its short, fine coat features distinctive 'point' coloration, with darker brown or black on the ears, face, paws, and tail, contrasting sharply with a lighter cream or white body. This elegant feline is easily recognized by its unique color pattern. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Mammalia - **Order:** Carnivora - **Family:** Felidae - **Genus:** Felis ## Interesting facts - Many Siamese cats have a genetic predisposition to be cross-eyed or have kinked tails! - Siamese cats were once considered royalty in their native Thailand, guarding temples! - Their distinctive 'points' were originally seal (dark brown), but now come in many colors! - These chatty cats are often called 'Meezers' by their adoring human fans! ## Special abilities - **Temperature-Sensitive Coat:** Siamese Cats have fur that changes color based on temperature because of a special gene, making cooler body parts darker. - **Loud Meower:** Siamese Cats can make a very loud, distinctive 'meow' because of their vocal nature, helping them communicate clearly. - **Smart Learner:** Siamese Cats have high intelligence that helps them learn tricks and even walk on leashes with training. - **Playful Partner:** Siamese Cats have a very social and playful nature that helps them bond deeply with their human companions. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 30-38 cm - **Weight:** 2.5-5 kg - **Lifespan:** 12-18 years - **Speed:** 48 km/h - **Litter Size:** 4-6 - **Gestation:** 61-69 days ## Diet & Feeding Siamese cats are carnivores that primarily hunt small prey and enjoy specially formulated cat food. - **Primary Foods:** Commercial cat food, Mice, Small birds, Insects - **Foraging Method:** Ambush ## Ecological connections - **Hunts:** [House Mouse](https://www.snappit.app/explore/house-mouse) (*Mus musculus*) — A common prey item for domestic cats. - **Hunts:** [House Sparrow](https://www.snappit.app/explore/house-sparrow) (*Passer domesticus*) — An opportunistic hunter of small backyard birds. - **Hunts:** [Norway Rat](https://www.snappit.app/explore/norway-rat) (*Rattus norvegicus*) — Helps control rodent populations around homes. - **Parasitizes:** Cat Flea (*Ctenocephalides felis*) — Feeds on their blood, causing irritation. ## Traits - [Furry](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/furry): Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur. - [Whiskered](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/whiskered): Possessing prominent sensory hairs or vibrissae, often around the snout. - [Social](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/social): Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring. - [Ancient Lineage](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/ancient-lineage): This trait signifies organisms belonging to a very old evolutionary group with ancestors dating back millions of years. - [Domesticated](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/domesticated): Domesticated refers to species that have been selectively bred and tamed by humans for specific purposes. - [Carnivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/carnivorous): This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue. - [Urban Friendly](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/urban-friendly): This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces. - [Nocturnal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/nocturnal): Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day. ## Collections - [Mammals](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/mammals) ## Safety **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low Handle gently and respect their space if they choose to rest. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify Siamese Cat? Compare ears, muzzle, tail, feet and coat markings. Size is hard to judge without something nearby for scale, and young mammals may not have adult coloring yet. Mammal Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details. ### How long is Siamese Cat? 30-38 cm ### How much does Siamese Cat weigh? 2.5-5 kg ### How long does Siamese Cat live? 12-18 years ### How fast can Siamese Cat move? 48 km/h ### What does Siamese Cat eat? Siamese cats are carnivores that primarily hunt small prey and enjoy specially formulated cat food. ### Where is Siamese Cat usually found? Homes and apartments; sunny windows and perches ### How does Siamese Cat hunt? Ambush ## More Mammals - [Eastern Fox Squirrel](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-fox-squirrel) (*Sciurus niger*) - [Eastern Cottontail](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-cottontail) (*Sylvilagus floridanus*) - [Eastern Chipmunk](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-chipmunk) (*Tamias striatus*) - [California Ground Squirrel](https://www.snappit.app/explore/california-ground-squirrel) (*Otospermophilus beecheyi*) --- Source: [Siamese Cat: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/siamese-cat)