Turkish Angora cat
Turkish Angora cat, Breed of longhaired domestic cat that probably arose from a domesticated cat of Tatars who migrated to Turkey, where it is now regarded as a national treasure. It has a long body, fine bones, a pointed face, and a silky, medium-length coat. White is the most popular colour, but it may be any of several solid colours or any pattern of two or more colours.
This article was most recently revised and updated by John P. Rafferty.
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Article Title:
Turkish Angora cat
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
30 April 2025
Access Date:
November 14, 2026