Serval in Cage Found by Firefighters: Louisiana firefighters

The wildcat was subdued and transferred to an animal welfare facility for placement. The incident highlights the ongoing issue of illegal exotic pet ownership in the U.S., which poses risks to public safety and animal welfare, and burdens emergency services.

🐿️ This serval's cramped cage is a stark reminder that exotic pets often end up in unsuitable homes, and firefighters now have to double as wildlife rescuers.