Russian Blue
ok. 22,5 cmAdult male cat
to the ear tips
to the ear tips
- Mass
- 3.6–6.8 kgGeneral range
Russian Blue — size comparison
The Russian Blue has a slender, muscular body, long legs and large ears. Its dense double coat stands away from the body and feels plush. Silvery hair tips ligh
Silhouette comparison
Height
Ground czubek uszuApproximate measurement of adult males
HeightScale in cm
0510152025
approx. 22.5 cm
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Russian Blue — size comparison — facts and sources
The Russian Blue has a slender, muscular body, long legs and large ears. Its dense double coat stands away from the body and feels plush. Silvery hair tips lighten the blue colour, contrasting with vivid green eyes. Slightly raised corners of the mouth contribute to its distinctive expression.
The breed is associated with northern Russia, with later show breeding also developing in Western Europe. Selection established a uniform blue coat, a slender frame and green eyes. Lines in different countries may vary in details of head and body shape.
Russian Blues are generally attached to their families and attentive to household routines. They may observe strangers cautiously from a safe distance. With familiar people they can be affectionate and playful. They remember daily habits, hiding places and ways to attract attention, showing considerable agility when chasing a toy.