North African Wildcat by Ghirin

The wildcat (Felis sylvestris) is widespread throughout Africa and Eurasia. The species is divided up into three main groups based on geographic location: Lybica from Africa, Sylvestris from Europe, and Ornata from Asia. In turn these three groups are further divided into subspecies.

The African wildcat is found throughout Africa except in areas of true desert. The species is solitary. Males often control a territory containing several smaller territories that are controlled by individual female wildcats. They hunt during the night, late evening, and early morning, preying mainly on small rodents. Other small animals such as rabbits, insects, birds, and small reptiles are also hunted.

Updated 2010-11-04

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