Servals

Leptailarus Serval

Inhabiting mainly the mid and southern grassy region of Africa, this Exotic mid sized cat seems to be a popular choice for private owners. The Serval has a yellow, to sandy brown colored coat with black markings, and it's the variations in these markings that have distinguished up to fourteen subspecies of the cat. Servals have very little, dainty heads sporting a pair of oversized ears. Known to have extraordinarily good hearing a Serval can pick up the ultrasonic high frequencies emitted by rodents, their prey of choice. Once they have picked up the sound, they can easily spot their prey since those long legs of theirs allows them to see just over the top of the grass. Leaping straight up into the air and pouncing on the rodent, either a mole rat, a ground squirrel or maybe a frog, the Serval easily catches a meal. These Exotic Cats also eat birds and are known to be capable of leaping ten feet straight into the air, clasping the bird in their  little paws or knocking them to the ground.

The Serval is not known for attacking anything near the their same size, such as sheep or other livestock, therefore they are able to coexist with humans in the farmland areas of Africa. They have been, however, hunted for their attractive coat and in some areas for their meat. They are now protected in most areas and are listed as "Threatened."

"The Serval" what can I say! To any that know me, know I have had a "LOVE AFFAIR" with these gorgeous creatures for twenty plus years.

We hope you enjoy the following few pages of our special Servals.

Exotic Cats may require special permits!

Most States, Cities and Counties have regulations governing the ownership of an Exotic. If considering the possession of an Exotic Feline check out the LIOC link below for requirements in your area.

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