# Turkish Angora (*Felis catus*) A Turkish Angora is a graceful cat with silky fur and a plumed tail. It is playful and intelligent. - **Category:** [Mammals](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/mammal) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low - **Habitat:** Homes with play areas; enjoys gentle grooming ![Turkish Angora](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771425944/objects/4447.jpg) ## Appearance The Turkish Angora is an elegant cat known for its medium-long, silky coat, often pure white, and a long, plumed tail. They possess a fine-boned body, almond-shaped eyes that can be blue, green, amber, or odd-colored, and large, tufted ears. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Mammalia - **Order:** Carnivora - **Family:** Felidae - **Genus:** Felis ## Interesting facts - Some Turkish Angoras are naturally deaf in one or both ears, especially those with blue eyes. - Their original home, Ankara, Turkey, has declared them a national treasure, even featuring them on postage stamps! - They are often called 'ballerinas' of the cat world due to their graceful movements and delicate appearance. - Unlike many long-haired cats, the Turkish Angora's single coat rarely mats, making grooming surprisingly easy! ## Special abilities - **Acrobatic Agility:** Turkish Angora can jump and climb with incredible grace because of their powerful, agile bodies that help them navigate high places. - **Water Playfulness:** Turkish Angora can enjoy playing in water because of their dense, fine fur that repels water, helping them stay comfortable. - **Keen Hearing:** Turkish Angora has large, tufted ears that help them detect even the faintest sounds, making them excellent hunters. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 30-45 cm - **Weight:** 2.5-5 kg - **Lifespan:** 12-18 years - **Speed:** 48 km/h - **Litter Size:** 3-5 - **Gestation:** 63-65 days ## Diet & Feeding These furry friends are carnivores, meaning they primarily eat meat to stay healthy and strong. - **Primary Foods:** cat kibble, wet cat food, mice, small birds, lizards - **Foraging Method:** Ambush ## Ecological connections - **Hunts:** [House Mouse](https://www.snappit.app/explore/house-mouse) (*Mus musculus*) — A common prey species for domestic cats. - **Hunts:** [House Sparrow](https://www.snappit.app/explore/house-sparrow) (*Passer domesticus*) — Frequently preyed upon by outdoor cats. - **Depends on:** Cat Flea (*Ctenocephalides felis*) — This flea species lives on cats, feeding on their blood. ## Traits - [Wildlife](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/wildlife): Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats. - [Furry](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/furry): Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur. - [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 Brush gently and play in safe spaces. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify Turkish Angora? 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 Turkish Angora? 30-45 cm ### How much does Turkish Angora weigh? 2.5-5 kg ### How long does Turkish Angora live? 12-18 years ### How fast can Turkish Angora move? 48 km/h ### What does Turkish Angora eat? These furry friends are carnivores, meaning they primarily eat meat to stay healthy and strong. ### Where is Turkish Angora usually found? Homes with play areas; enjoys gentle grooming ### How does Turkish Angora 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: [Turkish Angora: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/turkish-angora)