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How much is a Savannah F2 cat?
Savannah Cat Price Comparison Table
| Generation | Male Price | Serval Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| F1 Savannah | $12,000 – $16,000 | ~ 50% |
| F2 Savannah | $4,000 – $8,000 | ~ 30% |
| F3 Savannah | $1,500 – $4,000 | ~ 19% |
| F4 Savannah | $1,000 to $2,500 | ~ 15% |
What does F mean in Savannah cats?
filial
“F” stands for the Savannah cat’s “filial” rating—specifically, how many generations removed from the African serval that particular cat is. In the case of an F1 Savannah cat, the highest number, you’re looking at a first generation domestic Savannah. The F1 Savannah cat is considered 50% wild.
Are F2 Savannah cats sterile?
F1 Savannah cats (first generation) are 50% (or more) African Serval and around 50% domestic cat. The first few generations of male Savannahs are expected to be sterile. F2 Savannah cats are at least 25% (or more) African Serval.
Why are Savannah cats so expensive?
They are expensive because it is hard to successfully breed a domesticated cat with a Serval. The generational differences may also influence price, as well as the cat’s gender. The cost of caring for Savannah cats and all the necessary vet costs also drive up the price.
Are F1 Savannah males sterile?
Thirdly, male Savannah’s are usually sterile until the F5 generation, although Savannah females are fertile from F1 forward. It has been reported that male sterility is on the rise in F5 and even F6 males. Differences in pregnancy length and other genetic factors lead to increased fetal deaths.
Are F5 Savannah males sterile?
Male Savannahs are typically larger in size and sterile until the F5 generation or so, although the females are fertile from the F1 generation. As of 2011, breeders were noticing a resurgence in sterility in males at the F5 and F6 generations.
Why is the Savannah cat illegal?
The Savannah cat can be illegal in some places because it is a wild cat hybrid. There is wild blood in this cat breed. Some US states consider wild cat hybrids to be similar to the wild cat themselves and all states have laws governing the possession of exotic wild cat species. They can be seen as dangerous.