Rare cat breeds you've probably never heard of

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Burmilla - Originally bred in the UK, the Burmilla is a smart and curious breed. Their gorgeous coats and green eyes make them stand out.

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American Wirehair - In 1966, a single kitten in New York was born with a natural genetic mutation that gave him a wiry coat.

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Colorpoint Shorthair - A hybrid of the Siamese cat and the American Shorthair, this breed is identifiable by their large ears and lean bone structure. 

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European Burmese - Unlike the Burmese cat, European Burmese cats have slightly slimmer body shapes and a wider variety of colors and patterns.

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Bombay - Bombay cats are sleek, elegant black cats with an affectionate personality.

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LaPerm - These cats are the product of a dominant gene presenting itself in a litter of kittens on an Oregon farm in 1982. 

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Turkish Angora - Originating from central Anatolia, modern-day Ankara Province in Turkey, this breed has been documented as early as the 17th century. 

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Peterbald - This Russian breed was created in St. Petersburg in 1994 from an experimental cross of a Don Sphynx and an Oriental Shorthair.

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Devon Rex - With its large ears and playful mug, the Devon Rex is also known as the Pixie Cat and Alien Cat. The breed began in the '50s in Devon, England.

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Kurilian Bobtail - Originating from the Russian Kuril Islands, the Kurilian Bobtail is a skilled hunter and excellent jumper. 

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Norwegian Forest Cat - The Norwegian Forest Cat sports a thick, waterproof coat that protects it against the freezing Scandinavian winters.

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Sokoke - One of the rarest breeds in the world, the Sokoke originated in the forested Sokoke area of eastern Kenya. It's a friendly and energetic breed.

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Selkirk Rex - Originating in Montana in the 1980s, the Selkirk Rex is one of only four breeds of cat with wavy fur. They come in various colors.

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Manx - An ancient breed, the Manx cat originated on the Isle of Man in the Irish Sea. Due to a mutation, this breed has a shorter tail.

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Siberian cat - A Russian breed, its thick coat protects the Siberian cat from the harsh winters of Siberia. In fact, they have three types of fur to protect them.

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Munchkin - Characterized by its very short legs, which are caused by a genetic mutation, the Munchkin was first recognized in the 1940s.

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