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There are over 300 servals in Zoo's alone. In the US private ownership is about 100 (including mine!) Worldwide the estimated population is in excess of 50,000 and therefore it is CITES listed "least threatened"

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What animal family does the serval belong to?

The serval belongs to the Felidae family, which includes all cats.


How many people own African serval cats in the US?

There are no true stats to this question because in the U.S it's illegal to own these cats and they can be considered dangerous. Serval cats can be 40 lbs., or more. While they are loving pets to their owners, they are dangerous to children (even if they don't mean too because they are so large and powerful) and do not like domesticated cats. When one leaves their home they must put the cat in a large cage and not leave the cat loose in their home. These cats need meat to eat, and many untrained owners that just like the thought of owning an African Serval Cat find they are troublesome to look after and expensive to feed. There is a problem with Serval Cats roaming free and some owners simply feel if they can't support the habit of feeding their Serval Cat they can simply give it to a zoo. Zoos do not want anymore large cats! The ASPCA (U.S.) or SPCA (in Canada) are tired of seeing African Serval Cats dropped on their doorstep. Owning an African Serval Cat is a big responsibility and one should study the history of these cats before deciding to own one.


What is the serval's closest relative?

Serval is closely related to the African Golden Cat and the Caracal


What is a female Serval called?

A female serval is simply called a "female serval." The term for a female serval does not change based on gender.


How long does a serval cat live?

In the wild, serval cats typically live around 10-12 years, while they can live up to 20 years in captivity. Proper nutrition, healthcare, and a safe environment can contribute to their longevity.

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What animal family does the serval belong to?

The serval belongs to the Felidae family, which includes all cats.


How many people own African serval cats in the US?

There are no true stats to this question because in the U.S it's illegal to own these cats and they can be considered dangerous. Serval cats can be 40 lbs., or more. While they are loving pets to their owners, they are dangerous to children (even if they don't mean too because they are so large and powerful) and do not like domesticated cats. When one leaves their home they must put the cat in a large cage and not leave the cat loose in their home. These cats need meat to eat, and many untrained owners that just like the thought of owning an African Serval Cat find they are troublesome to look after and expensive to feed. There is a problem with Serval Cats roaming free and some owners simply feel if they can't support the habit of feeding their Serval Cat they can simply give it to a zoo. Zoos do not want anymore large cats! The ASPCA (U.S.) or SPCA (in Canada) are tired of seeing African Serval Cats dropped on their doorstep. Owning an African Serval Cat is a big responsibility and one should study the history of these cats before deciding to own one.


What is the serval's closest relative?

Serval is closely related to the African Golden Cat and the Caracal


Where do serval cats live?

Servals live in South Africa.


Where serval cats live?

Servals live in South Africa.


Is there any Cape Serval left in South Africa?

No. The Cape Serval is an extinct species.


What are some wild cats that live in Africa?

Ceetahs, lions, leopards, caracals, serval cats,


What do serval cats like to play with?

They will play with most small toys, their prey, or at times with other cats and dogs.


Are Savannah cats and servals the same?

No, a Savannah is a mix of a serval and a domestic cat.


What other wild cats have spots?

There are many of them: cheetah, bobcat, lynx, snow leopard, the genet, the serval, leopard, and I'm sure there are many more of them. There are many ways to figure it out.


How many little spotted cats are left in the wild?

Many spotted cats are kept as pets and their is alot of them still left in the wild


Name seven kinds of undomesticated cats?

jaguars bobcats tigers lions leopard caracal serval