Development and Genetic Characteristics of the Selkirk Rex Cats

  • Min Wang Universal Cat Association (UCA)
Article ID: 1558
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.18282/l-e.v9i3.1558
Keywords: Selkirk Re, Cat

Abstract

The Selkirk Rex is one of the four curly cats and is the latest in a long line of natural breeds. Naturally occurring cat breeds, unlike those that have been bred in captivity, appear without any human involvement.
Published
2020-12-29
How to Cite
Wang, M. (2020). Development and Genetic Characteristics of the Selkirk Rex Cats. Learning & Education, 9(3), 7-8. https://doi.org/10.18282/l-e.v9i3.1558
Issue
Vol. 9 No. 3 (2020)

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