Least Concern
Caracal
Caracal caracal
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About
The caracal is a medium-sized wild cat known for its distinctive tufted ears and sleek, muscular build. They are excellent jumpers and can leap up to 10 feet (3 meters) in the air to catch birds.
Habitat
Forests, savannas, and deserts of Africa, the Middle East, and India
Diet
Carnivorous - small mammals, birds, and reptiles
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Fun Facts
- Caracals have the longest tufts of any cat species relative to their body size.
- They are sometimes called '沙漠猞猁' (desert lynx), although they are not closely related to lynxes.
- Caracals are known for their ability to hunt birds in flight.
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern
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