Apr 11, 2025
Uncovering the Caracal India’s Rare Wild Cat
The Caracal is a rare wild cat found in parts of India especially in Rajasthan and Gujarat
Last month, a rare caracal was spotted in Rajasthan’s Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve during a wildlife survey
The Caracal is a medium-sized sleek wild cat with tall pointed ears tipped with black tufts
In India it is mainly spotted in dry grasslands scrub forests and semi-arid regions
Caracals are skilled hunters, historically trained by Indian and Persian royalty to leap high and catch birds mid-air during royal hunts
Their presence is declining due to habitat loss and lack of awareness
The Caracal is listed as a species of concern under India's Wildlife Protection Act
Conservation efforts are slowly growing but the Caracal remains largely under-researched
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