An Egyptian Mau cat can be identified by its lithe and muscular body with longer hind legs that give it a tiptoe stance, a distinctive spotted coat pattern available in colors like silver, bronze, black, or blue, a unique 'M' shaped scarab mark on the forehead, large expressive gooseberry green eyes, and a loose flap of skin from flank to back knee which aids agility. They typically weigh between 6 to 14 pounds and have a body length of up to 16 inches.