Caracal

The caracal bears a striking resemblance to the lynx, with black tufts at the tip of its ears. However, this feline is not a lynx. This small feline is found in Africa and the Middle East, and is not yet considered threatened. This status could change in the future, as the caracal is heavily hunted by farmers and landowners in Africa.

The caracal is a formidable bird hunter, capable of leaping two meters without a run-up… It also takes advantage of its plain coat to easily camouflage itself in tall grass.

In captivity, the species is monitored by an international studbook.