This is likely due to the fact that short-haired cats are more common in general, and therefore more common among strays as well. Additionally, cats with shorter hair may have an easier time surviving outdoors as their fur is easier to maintain and stay clean. The variety of colors in stray cats is likely due to the fact that there are many breeds and genetic variations that can produce different fur colors and patterns. When cats mate and produce offspring, these variations can lead to a diverse range of colors and patterns in the population.
