The Iberian lynx has distinctive typical characteristics of lynxes, such as tufted ears, long legs, short tail, and a ruff of fur that resembles a "beard" but they are not cats.
Where do they live: Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. What do they eat: They are specialist rabbit catchers Whats there habitat: They live is arid scrub land How many left in the wild: Less than 200 Conservation Status: Endangered Major threats: Myxamatosis as Rabbits form the main prey of the Iberian lynx. |
YouTubeLoads of footage of these critically endangered Iberian Lynx so watch and enjoy.
|
Wikipediaif the Iberian lynx died out, it would be the first feline species to become extinct since prehistoric times
|
Conservation ProjectLearn more about the conservation programs at Barcelona Zoo - looks like an interesting course.
|
|
Contact UsZooVue - Bringing Conservation Alive
6 Pintail Avenue Lelant Cornwall. TR27 6GN United Kingdom 0044 (0) 7843 679146 mark@zoovue.com |