Scottish Fold

The Scottish Fold is a breed of domestic cat with a natural dominant-gene mutation that affects cartilage throughout the body, causing the ears to "fold", bending forward and down towards the front of the head, which gives the cat what is often described as an "owl-like" appearance.

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Origin: Scotland

Other names: Scot Fold

Scientific name: Felis catus

Higher classification: Cat

Rank: Breed

Lifespan: about 15 years