Leptailurus Collection

Serval cat, Leptailurus serval. Illustration copied from Count of Buffon. Handcoloured copperplate engraving
FLO4641353 Serval cat, Leptailurus serval. Illustration copied from Count of Buffon. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine, " Harrison, London

Serval (Leptailurus serval), Ndutu, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti, Tanzania. Date: 26-02-2018

Mother Serval (Leptailurus serval) nuzzling and cleaning her kitten, aged two months, in savannah, Masai Mara national reserve, Kenya, East Africa

Serval kitten (Leptailurus serval), aged two months, near its mother, in savannah. Masai Mara national reserve, Kenya, East Africa

Female Serval (Leptailurus serval) portrait. Masai Mara national reserve, Kenya, East Africa

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Africa. Tanzania. Serval Cat at Ngorongoro Crater in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Date: 26/08/2005

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Upper Mara, Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya, Serval, Leptailurus serval, hunting in grasses Date: 16/01/2007

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Africa, Kenya, Masai Mara. A young female serval (Leptailurus serval) followed by her much larger mate. Date: 06/08/2005

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Africa, Kenya, Masai Mara. A serval (Leptailurus serval). Date: 06/08/2005

RF- Adult male Serval (Felis serval) stalking prey in long grass. Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Serval and jaguarundi
Serval, Leptailurus serval (Cape cat of Forster, Felis capensis) and jaguarundi, Puma yagouaroundi (yagouaroundi of d Azara), also called eyra cat

Sunda clouded leopard (vulnerable) and serval
Sunda clouded leopard, Neofelis diardi (vulnerable) and serval, Leptailurus serval (Tiger cat of Java, Felis diardi, and Cape cat of Forster, Felis capensis)

Serval, Leptailurus serval, of Ferdinand Cuvier
Serval, Leptailurus serval (Felis serval) of Ferdinand Cuvier. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Griffith, Harriet or Edward, from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London

Leptailurus serval, serval
Ff. 5. Felis capensis. Painting by George Forster (1754-1794), made during Captain Cooks second voyage of discovery, 1772-1775

Serval sleeping
Serval (Leptailurus serval) sleeping

Serval Heads
Studies of heads of a serval (Leptailurus serval)

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The elusive and graceful Leptailurus, also known as the Serval, is a captivating feline species found in various regions of Africa. One such sighting took place on 26-02-2018 in Ndutu, within the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area of Tanzania's Serengeti. A remarkable moment unfolded as a mother Serval tenderly nuzzled and cleaned her two-month-old kitten amidst the vast savannah of Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. In this enchanting landscape of East Africa, where wildlife thrives, another heartwarming scene was witnessed. The young Serval kitten playfully roamed near its protective mother across the golden plains of Masai Mara. Their bond was evident as they navigated through the vibrant savannah together. A stunning portrait captured a female Serval against the backdrop of Masai Mara's natural wonders. Her piercing gaze reflected both strength and vulnerability, showcasing her role as a guardian within this magnificent ecosystem. DDE-90022727 portrays an adult male Serval stealthily stalking its prey through tall grasses in Serengeti National Park. This image encapsulates their incredible hunting abilities that have allowed them to thrive for centuries. The connection between different feline species becomes apparent when observing interactions like "Serval and jaguarundi" or "Sunda clouded leopard (vulnerable) and serval. " These glimpses into their shared habitats highlight nature's intricate tapestry. Lastly, we pay homage to Ferdinand Cuvier who first described Leptailurus serval—the scientific name for this majestic creature—in his studies. His contribution has enabled us to appreciate these extraordinary animals even more deeply. Leptailurus serves as a reminder that our world is brimming with awe-inspiring creatures whose existence should be cherished and protected for generations to come.