The Aegean Cat originates from the Cycladic Islands in the Aegean Sea, where they occur naturally. Since it is one of the newest cat breeds, it is believed that it could be among the rarest; however, they seem to be ubiquitous throughout Greece. They are much liked for their character and intelligence. In rural areas, they are often seen as the best method of pest control, because they are very capable predators.
The coat of an Aegean Cat is semi-longhaired, without down hair, with a moderate ruff and a rich tail. The Aegean Cat’s coat supplies good safety through the harsh winter weather and sheds out brief for the summer. The coat is bicolor or tricolor; one of many colors is at all times white, with out signs of yellowing and takes up between 1/3 to 2/three of the body. Other colors will be black, crimson, blue, cream, with or with out stripes. The Aegean Cat is a medium-dimension breed, with a sturdy and muscular build, with out signs of obesity. The physique is lengthy, with sturdy, medium-dimension feet and spherical-formed paws. The tail is moderately lengthy, straight, with out kinks. The top is medium-measurement, extensive but not round. The ears have a wide base and rounded tips and are covered by hairs. The eyes have an oriental form and their colour can be any shade of green.