Endemic to Africa, the Serval is a carnivore species inhabiting grasslands, wetlands habitats. Weighing 8–18 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Serval | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 13 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 74% |
| Height | 58 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 44 km/h | 48 km/h | ↓ 8% |
| Avg Speed | 44 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Serval inhabits grasslands, wetlands habitats. It can be found in Africa.
Typical coloring: Yellowish-Tan, Black.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Serval is a solitary species belonging to the Felidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Serval is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Serval’s weight of 8–18 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #29 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Serval weigh?
A Serval typically weighs 8–18 kg, which is well below average compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Serval?
The Serval is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Serval live?
The Serval is found in Africa, in grasslands, wetlands habitats.
How does the Serval reproduce?
The Serval has a gestation period of 54–72 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026