The Bengal Cat is a domestic cat breed that has been developed to look like a small TIGER. It is a hybrid breed created by crossing a domestic cat with an Asian Leopard Cat. The Bengal Cat has a distinctive spotted or marbled coat and is known for its energetic and playful personality. The term 'Bengal Cat' is derived from the scientific name of the Asian Leopard Cat, which is Felis bengalensis. The five letter word for this type of cat is 'TIGER'.