Serval
Serval
The cat with the biggest ears and the longest legs
The serval, a graceful wild cat, stands out for its characteristic variegated fur and extremely long legs, primarily because of its hunting ability. This type of cat very skillfully uses its extremely long legs and sharp vision to hunt small rodents and birds.
Characteristics
Order:
Carnivora
Family:
Felidae
Scientific name of the species:
Leptailurus serval
Habitat:
Forests, savannas, grassy vegetation, wetlands and floodplains, semi-deserts
Origin:
Africa
Current Trend:
Stable
Number of individuals in the world:
~50,000 individuals
Lifespan:
10-20 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
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