Burmese Cat Colour Genetics. Most cat registries do not recognise a split between the two groups, but those that do. The points may be solid, tabby or tortie colours.
This faq covers common cat colors, basic color terminology, and color genetics. Burmese are good climbers and jumpers and should have cat trees and perches. The burmese is a sturdy, stocky cat and her nutrition should be watched to prevent obesity, particularly if the cat does not get enough exercise.
The cat fanciers association began registering burmese in 1936 but suspended registrations in 1947 because breeders were still using.
The burmese carries the gene for sepia colour (cb) and the siamese carries the gene for pointed colour (cs). It can also be with, or without, white. Two copies of the burmese allele (cb) are required for burmese colouration and cause a change from black to sepia and orange to yellow, with the points being darker than the body. The burmese is a sturdy, stocky cat and her nutrition should be watched to prevent obesity, particularly if the cat does not get enough exercise.