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, …

The serval (Leptailurus serval ) is a wild cat native to Africa. It is rare in North Africa and the Sahel, but widespread in sub-Saharan countries, except rainforest regions.

Dec 13, 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 …

Serval cats range from dry open grasslands to woodland savanna and even to the moister areas around the equatorial rainforests. The Servals main habitat is the savanna, although melanistic individuals …

Jan 14, 2026 · The Serval is a solitary and highly specialized predator. While many cats rely on stealthy ambushes, the Serval uses its incredible hearing to pinpoint prey. Once located, the cat performs a …

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...

The serval has a varied diet, eating birds, reptiles, frogs, crabs, and large insects. Standing on its hind legs, a serval can jump more than 9 feet (2.7 meters) straight up to grab a bird right out of the air!

Black coloured (melanistic) servals are widely recorded mostly in highland areas of eastern Africa, such as in the Aberdare Range (north of Nairobi) or in the Ethiopian highlands. There is also a small …

The serval is a medium-sized wild cat native to Africa. Known for its long legs and spotted coat, it is well-adapted to its grassland and wetland habitats. It has a slender body, large ears, and a small head, …

The Serval (Leptailurus serval) is a wild cat native to Africa, renowned for its slender build, long legs, and remarkably large ears. Its coat is typically golden-yellow to tawny, adorned with striking black …