Let’s play a guessing game together: this animal looks like a cat with big ears but with a Leopard pattern. Seems familiar? Yep, the answer is The Serval Cat! – It may look like a pet cat but no, they are actually a mid-size wild cat!
No need to wait any longer, Bali Safari Park become a home for a new member of The Serval Cat! But firstly, let’s get to know more facts about them through this article!
Serval: The African Wild Cat
Native to African grasslands, these wild cats are easily discovered in open grasslands to savanna forests. Included to the animal that depends on flowing water with tall grass and reeds, the serval cat avoids settling in semi-deserts and other dry areas.
The Most Successful Cat Hunter
You should know that they are being the most successful hunters of all cat species! These little cats are able to make a kill 50% of the time. Whereas lions and leopards are only successful in taking down prey 3 or 4 times in every 10 attempts. They are crepuscular – which means they hunting at dusk, and may also at night.
The pattern on Their Body to Camouflage
This cat can move easily due to its slim appearance. Their appearance is distinctive tawny fur covered with black spots and bands. This is essential for stalking prey and protective camouflage against larger predators.
Large Ears as Radar
Servals’ large ears use as much as their eyes, being a radar dish to locate the prey. They listen for the movement of animals in the grass before they pounce!
Long and Powerful Legs
Servals have long, powerful legs that are important for jumping. They have been known to jump as high as 3.6 m (12 ft) to catch birds in mid-air!
Their longest legs and tail can grow up to 30cm. It can be easier to move and run to prey or save themselves from predators such as leopards.
Facing Risk Population
Unfortunately, as with most carnivores, Serval Cat populations are at Least Concern according to IUCN Status.
They are not only suffering from loss of habitat but they are also destroyed when suspected of killing domestic fowl.
In Bali Safari Park, you can visit the exhibition of Serval Cat at Ranthambore area. Hopefully this new member can live longer so they can meet you for a long time! Get ready for a wild holiday with Bali Safari Park?
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