This species because of its magnificent coat has been a favorite prey for fur trappers. Additionally, the breed strives to preserve genes unknown among the traditional domestic breeds. These genes for an ultra- silky soft coat referred to as a '' pelt '', with distinctive ''gold glitter '', rosettes, and a tendency towards horizontal alignment of spots, light undersides, and ocelli . The Bengal is a registered domestic breed designed to replicate the appearance of a wild cat, but with the loving disposition of the gentlest house cat.
Bengal cats are very friendly, outgoing ,active and alert.
The Bengal cat is a medium to large cat weight ranging from 8-18 pounds The Bengals are known to have an affinity with water. Many of them taking an uninvited dip in the bath tub with their owners. Quality affects the price of the kitten. Most often, the quality that distinguishes a pet quality Bengal from a breeder quality Bengal is so subtle, a knowledgeable breeder can only appreciate it. Some breeder quality kittens may exhibit traits that fall within the pet quality category, but the breeder may feel that the Bengal has some good qualities to offer that weigh out the other factors.