Serval
Did you know?
“Serval” is Portuguese for wolf-deer. Their extra long neck and legs give them the nickname, “giraffe-cat”. If we compared our ears to the serval’s in proportion to our heads, they would be the size of dinner plates!
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June 2024: Mark and Sheila Dickey
June 2024: In memory - Molly, Sophie, Speedbump
June 2024: In memory - Molly, Sophie, Speedbump
Habitat
Savannah, forests and marshlands in Africa (near a water source)
Size
2-3 feet long with a 1 - 1 1⁄2 tail, 2 feet tall
Weight
20-40 pounds
Lifespan
10-20 years
Diet
Small mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and insects
Reproduction
1-4 kittens after a 63-74 day gestation
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Threats
Habitat loss; predators such as the leopard, hyena and lion