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 range, …

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 serval cat is a …

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 into alpine …

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 birds, frogs, insects, …

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 climbs and …

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 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 be harmed …

3 days ago · Former professional football player Brandon Haw’s two African serval cats caused a stir Friday when they escaped into the streets of West Baltimore.

The serval does not occur in desert habitats or in the rainforests of Central Africa, but it can penetrate dense forests along waterways and through grassy patches. In northern Africa, the serval is recorded …

Everything you should know about the Serval. The Serval is an African wild cat with tall, lanky legs, and a fascinating pattern of spots and stripes.