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Bengal and Oriental Shorthair cross. Serval-like long legs and large ears without wild cat ancestry.
The Serengeti is a breed developed in the United States beginning in 1994 by zoologist Karen Sausman of California, created by crossing the Bengal with the Oriental Shorthair. The goal was to produce a cat resembling the African serval in appearance, without introducing any wild cat genetics. Serengetis are distinguished by their very long legs, large round ears, and spotted coat, giving them a serval-like silhouette. They are medium to large cats with a confident, active, and vocal temperament. They are highly active and love heights. The breed is registered with TICA as a preliminary new breed.
The Serengeti lives 10-15 years.
The Serengeti grows to Weight 3.5-7kg.
Origin
United States
Lifespan
10-15 years
Size
Weight 3.5-7kg
Temperature
18〜28℃
Cat food (complete nutrition)
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Primary sources
Accepted name: Linnaeus, 1758
Synonyms: Felis silvestris catus
Authority databases: GBIF · GBIF: Felis catus · TICA breed profiles
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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Confident and active. Social and talkative
Very active. Loves heights, cat tree essential
Short spotted tabby coat. Weekly brushing sufficient
United States
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The average lifespan of Serengeti is 10-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Serengeti typically reaches Weight 3.5-7kg as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Serengeti feeds on: Cat food (complete nutrition). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Serengeti varies significantly depending on lineage, coat color, sex, and age. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: August 31, 2026