Discover Thailand's 5 ancient cat breeds

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00:00Thailand is home to five ancient cat breeds, each with its own history and

00:04time. Today let's meet them. First up is the Suk Palak, with a smooth brown coat

00:09considered an ancient rare breed, believed to bring good fortune and wealth.

00:13Next is the iconic Siamese cat, Vishien Maat, famous worldwide for its stunning blue eyes and

00:19elegant sleek appearance. It's one of Thailand's most cherished breeds, the Kaurasi Sawad, known

00:26for its gray fur and yellow eyes. It's considered a lucky cat, its name even means blessing in

00:32Thai, believed to bring good luck to its owners. Then there's the Kao Mani, a pure white cat with

00:38captivating blue or yellow eyes, known as the diamond eye cat. It symbolizes purity and wealth.

00:45And don't forget the Gon Cha, the black beauty believes to ward off evil spirits and bring

00:50prosperity to its owner. So which breed is your favorite?