It is important to understand that British bred Burmese cats and US bred Burmese cats have overall different appearances. British bred Burmese cats have an overall sleeker appearance, with an obvious tie to the Siamese breed. American Burmese bred cats generally are stockier and rounder head and body.

There is controversy in the world of Burmese breeding on what colors and variations are acceptable. Here is a list of the most common varieties of Burmese cat that are available today.

Cat Fancier’s Association Accepted:

• Brown (UK), Sable (USA) or Seal (Aus/NZ)
• Blue (grey)
• Chocolate (UK) or Champagne (USA)
• Lilac (UK) or Platinum (USA)

Other Popular Varieties:

• Red
• Cream
• Brown Tortoiseshell
• Chocolate Tortoiseshell
• Lilac Tortoiseshell
• Blue Tortoiseshell

Varieties with More Limited Recognition:

• Cinnamon
• Fawn
• Cinnamon Tortie
• Fawn Tortie
• Caramel
• Caramel Tortie
• Apricot