Bengal (FIFe #BEN)
Bengal (EMS code: BEN) is an official FIFe-recognized feline breed in FIFe Category 1 (Persians and Exotics). Recognition status: definitive. Standard last modified in 2026.
| Breed Name | Bengal (Bengal) |
|---|---|
| Species | Feline (Felis catus) |
| Primary Registry | FIFe #BEN |
| Group / Category | FIFe Category 1 — Catégorie FIFe I — Poils longs et exotiques |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 2026-01-01 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FIFe Standard #BEN (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Bengal — Standard & Care
Feline breed in FIFe Category 1 (Persians and Exotics). Coat grooming, indoor environmental enrichment, and nutrition follow FIFe welfare and breed standard guidelines.
Check FIFe breeding and registration rules and official EMS BEN standard documentation for mandatory genetic and veterinary health checks.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Bengal
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Bengal, EMS BEN |
| Español (ES) | Gato Bengalí, Bengal |
| Deutsch (DE) | Bengalkatze |
| Français (FR) | Bengal |
| Português (PT-BR) | Gato-de-bengala, Bengal |
Comparer — Bengal
Catégorie FIFe I — Poils longs et exotiques
FAQ — Bengal
What is the official FIFe standard number for Bengal?
Bengal (Bengal) is registered under FIFe Standard #BEN in FIFe Category 1 (Catégorie FIFe I — Poils longs et exotiques), with definitive recognition status.
Where can I verify an official Bengal breeder or national club?
Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/fr/clubs/) to locate the recognized FIFe member organization in your country.
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