The Elegant Red Silver Maine Coon

Have you ever seen a Red Silver Maine Coon? If not, you're in for a treat!

These cats have one of the most elegant coats in the Maine Coon world, combining a warm red hue with a soft silver undercoat. It's like nature's own masterpiece - bold and gentle at the same time.

But what makes these cats so unique? Well, the "red" part comes from a recessive gene that creates a range of warm shades, from orange to deep red.

Meanwhile, the silver is due to an inhibiting gene that gives them that silvery sheen, especially around the tips of their fur. Curious about how this stunning red-silver coat comes to life? Learn more about the genetics behind Red Silver Maine Coons on our Reds page!

The result? A cat that looks like it's basking in sunlight, no matter the lighting.

You might hear them being called Ginger, Red, Orange, (which can really refer to any Red or Ginger) or in this case people might specify them as Cream, or Buff.

In this "specialty photo album," you'll find some of the most beautiful Red Silver Maine Coons, all proudly modeling their gorgeous coats.

Nugget, Red Silver Tabby, 5 Months Old

by: Annelise in Miami FL

Nugget is a very active sweet boy that likes to play rough with his Havana Brown brother.

Update:

Nugget at 7-months-old and 15 lbs. He can be a naughty kitten at times but super sweet most of the time.

Aslan (The Lion God)

by: Laurie in Ottawa Ontario, Canada

This is an update: Aslan is doing quite well. I think we have mastered the allergy issue. His mane is growing back now. He is so much fun, well behaved and loved bid time!

Comment:
Beauty
by: Community Member
I would love, love, love to have a cat like that one.

Aslan is Growing Up!

Aslan loves to play, eat and sleep. And of course to pose for a picture.

Not Happy When My Humans Are Late...

by: Lisa Constant in Stockton, California

Jojo (reg name is Joseph aka Goggles) Jojo is an 11 Year old Maine Coon Cameo that hails from San Diego.

He is 21 lbs and loves his humans. Like most Maine Coons, he is smart, and impatient when he feels its time to eat.

He goes through the house opening doors to search for everything he has already seen. We love him dearly.

Comments:
Cute baby
Such a beautiful baby!

Jasper

by: Julie Chapman in the UK

Jasper is 7 and likes to think he rules the small village of Halam where we live. He loves horses and ‘some’ dogs.

We live on a small lane with very little traffic and he likes to lay in the middle of the road tormenting any dogs that dare to pass!

His fur is like Velcro and after being out on an early morning hunting spree he comes home covered in twigs, leaves, brambles, sticky buds, hay and goodness knows what else - it's certainly hard work keeping on top of all that fur but the main thing is he’s happy and who could ask for more 

Oliver

by: Jacquelin in Middletown Ohio USA

Can you find Oliver’s face?

Oliver is my Velcro kitten.

He is so very jealous of anything that I am paying attention to other than him. I am doing work on the computer. He will try to between me and the computer.

He also will try to get between my husband and I if my husband tries to kiss me or hug me and also he’s not real coordinated. He doesn’t always land on his feet when he falls.

Monty the Red Silver Maine Coon

by: Bob in Grosse Pointe Park

Spoiled and entitled. Insists on sharing at dinner

Phoenix the Great

by: Laura West in Gassville, Arkansas

Phoenix is six months old from Gassville Arkansas. He is very affectionate and likes to talk a lot.

Comments:

Loveable giants
by: Glenis
Maine Coons stay loveable giants and stay very affectionate.

He's going to be be a big one
by: Melissa
He's absolutely gorgeous. Love his paws so profound. If he's just 6 months old and he's that big...

I have a good feeling he's going to be one of those rare and extra special Maine Coons that get into the top largest category. I'm not thinking of the correct wording but he's definitely going to be a big one.

I'm pretty sure they stop really growing after 2 but I could be short. He's got a lot of time for growing bigger. He's just amazing.

Sir Zulu is pretty big at 17 pounds last I checked and your Coon will outgrow Zulu by the time he's 2 years years old.

Congratulations! Tufted, tufted, ears just perfect! Enjoy the time with him. 😁

The best
by: Sean Guffey
Maine coons are the best. He looks great.

Love that Cat!
by: Joyce
So gorgeous!

Phoenix
by: Pam Cook
What a gorgeous boy! I hope he brings you great joy! Maine Coons are the best!!!

BIG BEAUTIFUL BOY
by: Marianna Burt
Look at those paws! He is going to be a very big bot!

Handsome boy!
by: Community Member
He is so handsome and looks full of life with plenty of energy! Thank you for sharing your joy with the world

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Tater

by: Linda in Wichita Falls, TX, USA

Tater with his favorite toy, a pink shoelace

Tater is a Red Silver Maine Coon who was born Nov 8, 2018 in Greenville, TX. We got him when he was 8 weeks old. He has been a joy.

I bought him for my husband for a late Christmas present. He came to us with Conjunctivitis.

He started sleeping with me on the spare pillow. He LOVES to lick my neck and gives me kisses on my eyes and nose and lips.

He was neutered at 4 months old. And he gets a fair amount of matted fur on his tummy and on his backside so I have to give him a lion cut. He is now 5 years old.

Roux PuppyPawz

by: Candace in Floy

Roux is an entertainment puppy for the Muse~A~Tic. Muse is a Solid Red Female Maine Coon Roux is a Silver Red Tabby Male Maine Coon. Their contrast is as much in their fur as it is in their personalities.

Note from editor: These siblings are a wonderful visual example of the difference between a Red, and a Red Silver Maine Coon!

Karrot

by: Truly Grace in Minden, NV

My Maine Coon, Karrot - short for 24 Karrot Orange Crush - is 3 years old now, and still full of energy and mischief. He’s a beautiful orange boy, always purring and full of love.

He’s my little cuddle buddy, and every morning, he greets me by jumping onto my bed, lying on top of the covers and snuggling right on my chest.

Karrot is definitely spoiled, but as I always say, you can never spoil a Maine Coon too much!

He loves hanging out with our two Goldens, though they’re a little jealous of him since he gets to sleep on the sofa and bed, and they can’t.

He’s constantly causing trouble - chewing and scratching things he’s not supposed to, but I can’t help but love him even more for it.

Even though Karrot chirps and meows all around the house, he’s not a fan of baths or being brushed - though I do it anyway!

He’s brought so much joy into our home, and I’m so grateful he’s here with us, living his best life in a loving, forever home.

Comments:
Karrot
by: Community Member
Beautiful, handsome boy!

Peek-a-boo!!!

by: J.D. in Western NC

Hi! I’m Vern. I’ve been teaching my humans how to behave & do what I want them to, and when I want it done! They can’t resist me at all. Maybe I’ll let them stay in my house as long as they behave!

TeTonga

by: Laurie

My 18 month old Red Silver Maine Coon, TeTonga.

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