The serval (Leptailurus serval) is a wild small cat native to Africa. It is widespread in sub-Saharan countries, where it inhabits grasslands, wetlands, moorlands and bamboo thickets. Across its …

Jun 5, 2024 · Serval cats are wild animals, not typical house pets: They have strong hunting instincts, high energy levels, and specialized care needs that differ from domestic cats.

Servals are found in well-watered savannah long-grass environments and are associated with reed beds. They occupy a variety of habitats all associated with water sources, they range up …

Jun 11, 2025 · Servals are wild animals with a lifespan of around 20 years in captivity, requiring exotic veterinary care and posing a challenge for households with children or other pets. The …

The serval has the longest legs of any cat relative to its body size. The serval is a solitary carnivore and active both by day and at night. It preys on rodents, particularly vlei rats, small …

Oct 16, 2025 · Serval, (Felis serval), long-limbed cat, family Felidae, found in Africa south of the Sahara, especially in grass- and bush-covered country near water. A swift, agile cat, the serval …

Servals look a bit like cheetahs who stretched out after a nap and just decided to stay that way. These long-legged, long-necked, medium-sized wild cats look sleek and elegant as they move...

Serval cats live in many parts of sub-Saharan Africa, especially near wetlands, savannahs, and grasslands. They require habitats with plenty of water and tall vegetation to survive. These …

Serval populations have declined but are not considered endangered except for one subspecies, the North African serval Leptailurus serval constantinus. However, like all wildlife, servals can …

6 days ago · Three African serval cats escaped the Cricket Wildlife Center in Lehigh County after a windstorm caused damage to its enclosures.