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Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman" Compare Bengal and Siberian. Which is better: Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Siberian Birman
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia France flagFrance
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank122219
Reviews110
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman cat?
$1800 to $3000 $1200 to $2500 $700 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Siberian or Birman cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Siberian and Birman coats?
Sleek, Glossy Semi-long Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Robust Robust Solid
Head Shape Triangular Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Oval Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Medium
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, highly active and curious Long, loyal and affectionate Moderate, enjoys companionship
Guarding Instinct High High Low
Protection Instincts High High Low
Climbing Ability High High Moderate
Jumping Ability Excellent Good Good
Swimming Ability Good Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good Moderate

Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Social
Moderate grooming
Gentle
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, wet food Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two to three times a day
Maintenance Level High High Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
12-16 years 12-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Birman cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis
Climate Hot Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet and affectionate meows Soft and quiet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very sociable
Facial Expression Alert and playful Loyal and affectionate Gentle and affectionate
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Loyal and affectionate tail movements Soft tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Moderate
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness High High Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High High Low
Response To Commands High High Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Moderate
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High High Moderate
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium High
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Average Trainability: Siberian cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Moderately Trainable: Birman cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
Active Curious Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Birman cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Birman cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Birman owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Bengal vs Siberian vs Birman Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low High Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Moderate Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siberian cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Birman cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bengal or Siberian or Birman?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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