A native Turkish cat found in the region of Lake Van, in eastern Turkey near the border with Iran. Also known as the Van Cat, the Turkish Cat, the Swimming Cat, and the Turkish Swimming Cat. It looks like a slightly larger version of the Angora, with the same long silky fur. There is no undercoat, which gives the animal a sleek, elegant, long-bodied appearance. The coat is white except for the head and the plumed tail, which are auburn in color. There are from 5 to 8 faint ring-markings on the tail The eyes are unusual because they are often of different colors – one amber and one blue. This feature, combined with their glamorous coat and their unusual love of water, quikly made them favorites with the public. They are adaptable, affectionate, independent, tranquil, sociable, soft-voiced, friendly, intelligent and modestly playful.
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