Meet the Serval, Africa's Agile Hunter

Servals are medium-sized cats native to sub-Saharan Africa, known for their golden coat with black spots. They have the longest legs relative to body size among cats and large, rotatable ears that enhance their hearing. These adaptations help them efficiently locate prey, such as birds, rodents, insects, and reptiles. Servals can jump up to 9 feet to catch birds. They prefer wetlands and areas with tall grasses near water, but habitat degradation and hunting for their coats pose significant threats.

What habitats do servals prefer and why?

What are the main threats to servals in their natural habitat?