Serval - Wikipedia 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
Serval - Facts, Diet, Habitat Pictures on Animalia. bio The serval is a slender, medium-sized cat that stands 54–62 cm (21–24 in) at the shoulder and weighs 9–18 kg (20–40 lb) It is characterised by a small head, large ears, a golden-yellow to buff coat spotted and striped with black, and a short, black-tipped tail
Serval | African, Wildcat, Savannah | Britannica 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 leaps very well It is a nocturnal hunter preying on birds and small mammals such as rodents and hares
Serval, facts and information | National Geographic 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 Cat: Breed Profile, Characteristics Care - The Spruce Pets The serval cat is a long-legged, spotted feline native to sub-Saharan Africa They are wild predators with specific needs—vast living space, warm climate, live prey diet—so servals aren't good family pets
Serval Facts | Big Cat Rescue | Wild cats in the wild: Our mission . . . The serval’s sensitive hearing allows it to locate small mammals moving through the grass or underground, and to hunt its prey sometimes without seeing it until the final pounce It also has the ability to leap vertically and catch prey such as birds, right out of the air
Serval - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts Servals are lanky cats, with long, stilt-like legs and lean bodies They have large, triangular ears to hear miniscule sounds of their prey Each ear has a large white spot, surrounded by black coloration The ears can be rotated 180º, and turned independently of one another
Serval - African Wildlife Foundation What is a serval? Servals are medium-sized wild cats with tawny, black-spotted coats and long necks and long legs that allow them to see over savanna grasses They also have large ears and an acute sense of hearing
What Is A Serval Cat - [Vet Explains Pets] The serval cat, also known as Leptailurus serval, is a beautiful and exotic wild cat native to Africa These stunning felines are known for their tall and slender build, large ears, and striking coat pattern