Top 7 Cat Breeds With Green Eyes [With Pictures!]

Cats with green eyes are exceptionally beautiful. Eyes are the window to the soul, especially for cats this is the case. They can’t communicate with us through words, so a lot of cats communicate with their owners through their body language, including their eyes.

Because of how beautiful cats with green eyes are, they are in high demand. Many people want to get their hands on one of these beautiful animals. However, because there are so many different cat breeds it can sometimes be difficult to decide which breed is your best option. This list will help you with that. So without any further ado, let’s take a closer look at the top 7 cat breeds with emerald-colored eyes!

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1. Russian Blue

Your best bet if you want a cat with green eyes is without a doubt the Russian Blue. Their emerald green eyes are the brightest in the whole cat kingdom. In contrast with their blue fur, these green-colored eyes truly are a beautiful sight to behold. Furthermore, most cats are capable of having many different eye colors – not so for the Russian Blue. The Russian Blue’s eyes are always green, making them an ideal choice.

The Russian Blue is native to Russia, but little else is known about the origins of this breed. It’s a natural breed, meaning that it was not developed by humans.

Russian blues are often characterized as being gentle, and a little bit shy. However, that does not mean that they don’t enjoy playing and affection as well! Russian Blues have a strong hunting instinct and really enjoy playing with toys and running around.

Breed overview

Height	9 to 11 inches
Weight	7 to 12 pounds
Lifespan	15 to 20 years
Coat	Short
Traits	Affectionate, shy, gentle

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2. Havana Brown

The second breed that’s a good choice if you’re a fan of cats with green eyes is the Havana Brown. Like the Russian Blue, the Havana Brown’s eyes are always green. They get their name from their brown Cuban cigar-colored coat.

Personality-wise, this breed is extremely affectionate. They tend to follow their owners around the house and can sometimes be chatty. They’re also quite a smart breed and thoroughly enjoy playing with teaser and puzzle toys.

Unfortunately, the Havana Brown is quite a rare breed, which might make it difficult to find one available for sale.

Breed overview

Height	10 to 11 inches
Weight	6 to 10 pounds
Lifespan	10 to 15 years
Coat	Short
Traits	Affectionate, chatty, intelligent

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3. British Bombay

Did you know that there are 2 types of Bombay Cats? There’s the American and the British Bombay Cat. Both are known for their deep, black fur but there’s one major difference between them: their eyes. American Bombay cats often have orange or yellow eyes while British Bombays are often black cats with green eyes.

British Bombays were created by crossing the sable Burmese and black domestic shorthairs. This resulted in a cat with black fur that resembles a mini panther. The breed has been fully recognized by the CFA since 1978.

The British Bombay is very affectionate and lively. They are adaptable and can thrive in many different environments – from city apartments to rural houses. They’re also intelligent, great with children and other pets, and not very hard to groom.

Breed overview

Height	9 to 13 inches
Weight	8 to 15 pounds
Lifespan	9 to 15 years
Coat	Short
Traits	Social, affectionate, friendly

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4. Egyptian Mau

The Egyptian Mau is known for 3 things: running very fast, its spotty coat, and of course for its beautiful gooseberry-green eyes.

The Egyptian Mau, as the name suggests, hails from Egypt. It’s one of the few domesticated cat breeds to have a naturally spotted coat. They’re also very fast and can reach speeds of over 30 miles per hour!

Personality-wise, these cats are highly affectionate. They are fiercely devoted to their family and love playing games with them. You can tell an Egyptian Mau is happy when they’re swishing their tail, kneading their front paws, and chortling in their quiet, pleasant voice. They’re quite an active breed and love jumping, climbing, and of course, showing off their incredible running speed. An interesting quirk of this breed is that they’re one of the few cat breeds to actually enjoy playing in the water.

Breed overview

Height	7 to 11 inches
Weight	8 to 12 pounds
Lifespan	9 to 13 years
Coat	Short
Traits	Intelligent, active, affectionate, social

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5. Norwegian Forest Cat

The Norwegian Forest cat is one of the most beautiful cats in the world. Known for their beautiful long coat and magnificent, almond-shaped, green eyes, many people fall in love with this fluffy breed at first sight.

The Norwegian Forest Cat is a natural breed from the icy cold forests of Norway. These forests can have bone-chilling temperatures in the winter, which is why this breed evolved to have a thick, long coat to keep them warm. The Norwegian Forest Cat is also quite large, being one of the biggest domesticated cat breeds.

When it comes to personality, the Norwegian Forest Cat is not the most affectionate of the bunch. They’re appreciative of human company, but don’t demand it as much as other breeds. At the same time, they’re very gentle and kind animals. In addition, they’re a quiet breed. They do not vocalize a whole lot, only doing so when they need something – whether that be attention, food, or something else.

Breed overview

Height	9 to 12 inches
Weight	12 to 16 pounds
Lifespan	14 to 16 years
Coat	Long
Traits	Quiet, gentle, kind

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6. Abyssinian

The Abyssian is a cat breed that can have green eyes but does not always have them. Their eyes can also be gold, hazel, or copper. Nevertheless, Abyssinians with green eyes are relatively common and easy to find.

The Abyssian is a breed that originated from Southeast Asia. They were first imported into the United States around the year 1900 but breeding programs didn’t really pick up until the 1930s. Nowadays, they’re one of the most popular breeds in the US.

The Abyssian is not really a lap cat, but they do enjoy spending time with their owners. They’re also highly active and are in fact one of the most active cat breeds in the world. They love to run, jump and climb around the house, seeming to never get tired. One thing’s for sure: you’ll never be bored with an Abyssinian. However, this does mean that you as a prospective owner need to be able to keep up with them. Abyssinians are highly intelligent cats. This combined with their high activity levels means that they need a lot of attention. Leave an Abyssinian alone for too long and they might become destructive out of boredom.

Breed overview

Height	8 to 10 inches
Weight	8 to 12 pounds
Lifespan	9 to 13 years
Coat	Short
Traits	Playful, social, intelligent, friendly, athletic

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7. Oriental Shorthair

The Oriental Shorthair can have a variety of different eye colors but green eyes are very common for them to have.

The Oriental Shorthair is closely related to the Siamese cat and looks quite similar. They have a wedge-shaped head with big ears, a big nose, and almond-shaped eyes.

Oriental Shorthairs are known for being very chatty, they have a loud raspy voice that they’ll use to let you know exactly what they’re thinking. Furthermore, these cats are very social and affectionate. They love spending as much time with their owners as possible and do not enjoy being left alone.

Breed overview

Height	9 to 11 inches
Weight	8 to 12 pounds
Lifespan	12 to 15 years
Coat	Short
Traits	Affectionate, chatty, sociable, intelligent