The Pallas's cat (Otocolobus manul), also known as the manul, is a small wild cat with long and dense light grey fur, and rounded ears set low on the sides of the head. Its head-and-body length ranges from 46 to 65 cm (18 to 26 in) with a 21 to 31 cm (8.3 to 12.2 in) long bushy tail.

Pallas is known for his role in the first Russian Siberian expedition to survey the Russian Empire in the 18th century. The Pallas's cats' famous expression appears cantankerous in part due to their flat faces, which have large, owl-like eyes with round pupils.

Mar 25, 2025 · Russian Blue cats aren't just any gray cat, and they might not even be from Russia. Learn Russian Blue history, fun facts, health and more in this breed guide.

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Feb 17, 2025 · Despite their reputation for aloofness, Russian Blues aren’t actually grumpy – they’re just discerning. With striking green eyes and a silvery-blue coat, these cats have a naturally serious expression that belies their playful nature.

Mar 11, 2024 · Russian cat breeds vary widely in appearance and temperament. Many were developed in different parts of Russia, so their ancestry is relatively distinct. Here are 10 great …

Mar 25, 2024 · Most people are familiar with some of the more popular Russian cat breeds, including the silver-hued Russian Blue and longhaired Siberian cat, but some Russian cat breeds are quite rare. Read on to meet 10 Russian cat breeds …

Nov 7, 2019 · Now, internet users can finally rejoice once again: Grumpy Cat’s long-lost cousin has been found in Russia’s southern region of Voronezh. “Very unhappy cat,” the woman who snapped the photo of...

Mar 6, 2024 · Here are 11 great cat breeds from Russia. With sandy brown fur, tufted ears, and an impressive size, from afar, the Caracat may look like an actual wild cat. In reality, this is one of the rarest domestic cats in the world, with only a handful of breeders of Caracats worldwide.

Oct 29, 2024 · An overweight rescued cat in Russia that became a minor social media celebrity in end-August for having tipped the scales at 17kg – the weight of an average four-year-old child – has died after...