Raas cat
| Busok Raas cat | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Madurese cat |
| Common nicknames | Busok cat (blue) Amethyst cat (chocolate) or Busok Raas cat |
| Origin | Indonesia |
| Domestic cat (Felis catus) | |
Raas cat (also known as Madurese cat) is an endemic breed of domestic cat from Raas Island in Indonesia. Raas is a pure cat breed without mixed genes from other cat breeds. It is a rare breed and has high genetic variation. As of 2016, it is estimated that there are less than 100 Busok Raas with pure genes remaining.
The Busok Raas cat has four color variations – blue, black, chocolate and lilac. The breed characteristic short and curved tail. Now days Busok has independent organization known as IBRA (Indonesian Busok Raas Association)
The development of the breed only occurs on Raas Island. It is protected by the local residents, who forbid the cats from leaving the island. Usually only neutered Busok Raas cats are allowed to be taken off the island so that the purity of the breed is maintained. The birth of blue kittens is always eagerly awaited by the local residents. These kittens will later be given to certain people as gifts, such as cat lovers.