Russian Blues are beautiful, low-maintenance and long-living –what more could you want?

Russian Blue cat looking directly at camera.

Russian Blue cat overview

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Other names: Archangel Blues

Life expectancy: 15–20 years

Size: 8-10 inches (height), 15–18 inches (length) and 8–15 lb (weight)

Coat: solid steel blue

Eye colour: green eyes

Temperament: devoted, intelligent, sensitive and intuitive

Origin/native country: Russia

Celebrated for their blue-silver coats, elegant build and low-key energy, the Russian Blue is the perfect mix of beauty and grace. As their name suggests, these feline companions hail from Russia – in the bustling port city of Arkhangelsk, to be exact – and they are a naturally occurring breed.