LC Carnivore Grasslands, Wetlands
8–18 kg
Weight
10–12 yrs
Lifespan
44 km/h
Top Speed
Africa
Found In
Endemic to Africa, the Serval is a carnivore species inhabiting grasslands, wetlands habitats. Weighing 8–18 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| 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 | — | — |
| Lifespan | 11 yrs | 12.5 yrs | ↓ 12% |
Endemic to Africa
Habitat: Grasslands, Wetlands
Found In: Africa
Coloration: Yellowish-Tan, Black
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 54–72 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 10–12 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #29 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | Dingo | 13–20 kg | LC |
| 28 | Wolverine | 9–25 kg | LC |
| 29 | Serval | 8–18 kg | LC |
| 30 | Japanese Macaque | 10–14 kg | LC |
| 31 | Aardwolf | 8–14 kg | LC |
| 32 | Common Snapping Turtle | 4.5–16 kg | LC |
Other Felidae Species
The Felidae family has 9 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| African Lion | 120–250 kg | Carnivore | VU |
| Bengal Tiger | 220–260 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| Cheetah | 20–72 kg | Carnivore | VU |
| Iberian Lynx | 9–14 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| Snow Leopard | 22–75 kg | Carnivore | VU |
| Sumatran Tiger | 47–121 kg | Carnivore | CR |
| Tiger | 100–390 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| White Tiger | 100–300 kg | Carnivore | CR |