Through natural selection (as opposed to selective breeding), the Maine Coon developed into a large, rugged cat with a water-resistant, thick coat and a hardy constitution.

• 在年复一年不断的寒冬环境下，缅因猫自行演化出巨大而且结实的体型与有如毛毯般，能抗水并且蓬松的毛发。