Birman

Blue eyes, silky points, white gloves on every paw

A gentle semi-longhaired cat with deep blue eyes, dark colour points and the breed's signature white paws.

Lifespan

12–16 years

Size

Medium–large

Coat

Semi-long and silky

Origin

Myanmar

Shedding

Moderate

What to look for in a photo

White gloved pawsDeep blue eyesSilky semi-long coatColour pointsRounded muzzle

Energy2/5

Grooming3/5

Affection5/5

Talkativeness2/5

Breeds that often appear next to Birman in a photo match.

Ragdoll

Blue eyes, silky coat, relaxed in your arms

Siamese

Blue eyes, dark points, never short of opinions

How do I tell a Birman from a Ragdoll?

Look at the paws. Birmans have even white gloves on all four feet and are smaller with a rounder face.

Is their coat hard to care for?

Less than a Persian's. There is no thick undercoat, so two brushings a week usually prevents mats.

Are Birman kittens born white?

Yes, and their points develop over the first months, so young kittens match differently in photos.

Disclaimer: Every match is an estimate based only on what is visible in a photo. It is not a DNA test, proof of breed, or veterinary diagnosis.