A Bengal is a unique breed of feline resulting from the crossing of the Asian Leopard Cat  ( ALC ) with an  Abyssinian ( gold or brown) or Burmese (silver or white). You get the wild look and beauty of a Leopard Cat but in pet form. The first generation offspring ( F 1 ), is the result of breeding an Asian Leopard Cat with a pedigree cat. First Generation ( F 1's )  offspring usually do not make good pets because of their wild heritage. This would also include the F2's (second generation) and F3's ( third generation). An F4 ( forth generation ) and beyond at this point in the pedigree is considered the Standard Breed Type  ( SBT ), and is considered to be a pedigree Bengal. The SBT Bengal  is recognized for championship competition by the TICA and most International Domestic Cat Associations.
From about three weeks of age until about 4 months, kittens have a fuzzy look to them that blurs their markings and affects their color. This is known as the "fuzzies" and it will gradually disappear allowing their markings and beautiful coat to begin to develop.  A Bengals markings can take up to a year or sometimes longer to completely develop. Bengals are very friendly and lovable when socialized properly.