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African wild cat

(Felis lybica)

lion
 

Shoulder height:

±35cm / 13.8in

Weight:

2.5-6kg / 5.5-13.2 lbs

Food:

Mainly rodents, but also birds, insects and other small creatures

Habitat:

Any habitat in Kruger; it is very adaptable as long as it can find cover

Social behaviour:

Solitary

Active:

Predominantly at night, but is seen in the early morning and late afternoon as well

Sightings:

Rare


African wild cats look like feral house cats. They are, in fact, the direct ancestors of the pets we have today. They look very similar, but are slightly larger and taller and have a light, sandy-brown to darker grey body colour. They also have black stripes on their legs and tails, along with a reddish-brown colour behind the ears.

Consider yourself lucky if you see one in the Kruger National Park! Sightings are few and very random, and often take place on guided night drives.


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How to find African wild cats in the Kruger National Park:

African wild cats
...Are seldom seen in the Kruger National Park. They do, however, occur throughout the park so it is nearly impossible to suggest "better" camps and roads for wild cats.

Your best bet would be to go on a few guided night drives.



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