Servals typically get rid of the internal organs of rodents while eating, and pluck feathers from birds before consuming them. During a leap, a serval can reach more than 2 m (6 ft 7 in) above the ground …

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 …

Jun 11, 2025 · Servals have specific needs, such as a large outdoor enclosure and a diet of whole prey, making them unsuitable as traditional pets. It is illegal to own a serval in many U.S. states, and …

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 …

Having the longest legs and largest ears of any cat makes servals exceptional hunters. They can see above tall grasses of the savanna, perform spectacular nine-foot leaps to catch birds in flight...

Jul 7, 2025 · Graceful, wild, and built like a runway model with a hunter’s instinct—this guide dives into the captivating world of the serval cat. How big are serval cats? Counting the head and body serval …

Servals remain cautious of their vicinity, though they may be less alert when no large carnivores or prey animals are around. Servals walk as much as 2 to 4 kilometres (1+1⁄4 to 2+1⁄2 miles) every night. …

Servals are primarily found across sub-Saharan Africa, preferring well-watered savannas, grasslands, and reed beds. They are solitary animals, largely nocturnal or crepuscular, meaning they are most …

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 …

Jun 26, 2024 · Servals are solitary animals with little social interaction outside of the breeding season. Occasionally they form temporary partnerships, teaming up for hunting or to defend against larger …