30 Domestic Feline Breeds and Their Beginnings

The cat is a tiny carnivorous animal that is domesticated. It is the only domesticated species in the Felidae family, and it is commonly referred to as the domestic cat to distinguish it from the family's wild members. A cat can be a house cat, a farm cat, or a feral cat, the latter of which roams freely and avoids humans. Humans prize domestic cats for their sociability and ability to hunt rodents. Various cat registries recognize over 60 different cat breeds.

A dog might be a person's closest friend, but cats aren't far behind. These wonderful fuzzy critters have been worshipped since ancient Egypt and they certainly know how to win people's hearts. As a result, it should come as no surprise that cat videos were popular even before the advent of the internet and YouTube.

In the globe today, there are around 600 million domesticated house cats. For millions of people and families throughout the world, they are adored and popular pets. Cats, on the other hand, come in a variety of breeds. Sure, you've heard of a Maine coon, a Persian, and a Bengal cat, but what about the rest? Don't worry if these are the only ones you recognize; you're not alone. Fortunately for you, there is a Facebook page that wishes to assist you.

OMG Meow, the Website in question offers useful small guides that not only introduce you to several prominent cat breeds but also explain their history. Check out a few cat species you may not have heard of in the gallery below, including Himalayans, Bombay cats, Ragdolls, and more!

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“I don't think there was any need to put cats to such a selection process since they didn't need to change,” evolutionary scientist Eva-Maria Geigl said National Geographic a few years ago. “They were wonderful in their current state.” A Facebook page called OMG Meow just released a detailed list of the most common cat breeds that every cat lover should be familiar with. Read down to see all 50 of them and cast your vote for your favorites!