White Serval Cats — Rare Colour Variant of the African Serval
A white Serval is an exceedingly rare colour variant of the African Serval (Leptailurus serval) expressing pale cream-to-white base coat colouration with reduced or near-invisible spot pigmentation. True white Servals are one of the rarest exotic cats in captivity worldwide — the result of either a leucistic gene (partial loss of pigmentation in skin and hair, with normally-coloured eyes) or extremely pale-phase expression of standard Serval genetics. Elite Hybrid Cats maintains one of North America's only verified white Serval breeding programmes, producing both white Serval companions and white Serval × domestic crosses for the F1 white Savannah programme.
Important note: Servals are classified as exotic wild animals. Ownership is regulated and varies by state/country. We assist all buyers with obtaining required permits. Please confirm local regulations before inquiring.
White Serval vs Standard Serval — Comparison
| Attribute | White / Leucistic Serval | Standard Spotted Serval |
|---|---|---|
| Base Coat | Cream to off-white | Golden-yellow to tawny |
| Spots | Faint cream or absent | Bold black spots and stripes |
| Eye Color | Blue, amber, or pale green | Amber to golden |
| Adult Weight | 18–40 lbs (wild range) | 18–40 lbs |
| Shoulder Height | 21–24 inches | 21–24 inches |
| Rarity in Captivity | Extremely rare | Uncommon but available |
| Price Range (USD) | $25,000–$60,000+ | $8,000–$20,000 |
| Legal Status | Exotic permit required (most states) | Exotic permit required (most states) |
White Serval Care Requirements
White Servals require the same specialised care as standard Servals — and in some respects demand additional attention. Their reduced pigmentation can make them more sensitive to UV radiation, so sun exposure should be managed with appropriate shade in outdoor enclosures. All other care requirements are identical to standard Servals: large outdoor enclosures (minimum 20×20 feet for a single animal), raw diet, exotic veterinary care, and USDA/state exotic animal permits where required.
- Enclosure: Minimum 400 sq ft outdoor enclosure with 8-foot-high walls or full-coverage roofing. Natural substrate preferred.
- Diet: Whole prey or raw meat diet (rabbit, quail, chicken, mice). 2–4 lbs per day for adult Servals.
- Veterinary: Licensed exotic animal veterinarian required. Annual wellness exams, rabies titre testing, killed-virus vaccines only.
- Permitting: USDA Class C license may be required for certain states. We assist all buyers with permit applications.
- Enrichment: Climbing platforms, water features, hiding boxes, rotating prey-scent enrichment.
White Serval Kittens — Current Availability
White Serval Male — "Ghost" (Placeholder)
Leucistic white. Blue-eyed. Hand-raised from birth. DOB: TBA. Price: $45,000. Deposit: $8,000.
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Extremely limited. Fewer than 2 white Serval kittens produced per year in our programme.
Join WaitlistFrequently Asked Questions — White Serval Cats
What is a white Serval?
A white Serval is a colour variant of the African Serval (Leptailurus serval) expressing pale cream-to-white colouration. This can be caused by leucism (partial pigmentation loss in skin and hair with normally-coloured or blue eyes) or extreme pale-phase genetics. White Servals retain normal body structure, intelligence, and behavioural traits — only their pigmentation differs from standard spotted individuals.
Are white Servals albino?
No. True albino animals lack all pigmentation, including eye pigment, resulting in pink or red eyes. White Servals typically have blue, amber, or pale green eyes — confirming they are leucistic or pale-phase, not albino. Leucistic animals retain pigmentation in the eyes and some skin areas, unlike true albinos.
How much does a white Serval cost?
White Servals are among the most expensive exotic cats available, typically ranging from $25,000 to $60,000+ for hand-raised individuals with documented white genetics. Their extreme rarity — fewer than a handful of verified white Serval kittens are produced in captivity globally each year — drives this pricing.
Can I own a white Serval as a pet?
Serval ownership is legal in approximately 20 US states with proper exotic animal permits (including Texas, Florida, Indiana, and others). Several states prohibit Serval ownership outright (California, Georgia, etc.). In the UAE and Gulf region, Servals may be kept as exotic companions with documentation. We provide a state-by-state and country-by-country legal guide and assist all buyers with permit applications.
Interested in a white Serval? Contact us for availability and permit assistance. Learn more about the Serval breed.