Iberian lynx

The Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus), native to the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe, specifically in Portugal and Spain, has recently been reclassified from ‘endangered’ to ‘vulnerable’ by the IUCN.

About the Iberian lynx :

• The Iberian lynx is medium-sized compared to the Eurasian species, featuring long legs, a short tail with a black tip, tufted ears, and a relatively small head.
• Behavioral Characteristics:
• Nature: Solitary hunter.
• Activity Patterns: Primarily nocturnal or crepuscular, but may become temporarily diurnal during winter.
• Diet: Heavily reliant on the European Rabbit, which constitutes 80-99% of its diet.
• Population Dynamics: Exists in small, isolated meta-populations.
• Threats: Challenges include a decreasing food base, poaching, and habitat loss.