presenting our third animal: the Iberian lynx aka Lynx Pardinus. ⠀ the Iberian lynx is a wild cat species, the most endangered carnivore in Europe and one of the most endangered felines in the world. As the name implies, this feline only wanders through areas of the Iberian Peninsula. The black hair that protrudes from the ends of his ears and his black and white “beards”, which grow with age, give him a unique and distinctive appearance. ⠀ don’t mess with the lynx. ⠀ 10% of revenues from the li

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334K views · 701 reactions | In 2002, Iberian lynx were the rarest cats in the world—fewer than 100 existed. Now, things are changing… | Nature | PBS | Facebook

Watch as this Iberian Lynx hunts her prey. The Iberian Lynx is endemic to the Iberian Peninsula and largely hunts the European rabbit, though they will also predate on birds and small ungulates. An endangered species, conservation efforts have seen increasing populations of Iberian Lynxes in both Spain and Portugal. Tune in to Incredible Europe tonight at 8pm on National Geographic WILD UK. | National Geographic UK

🐾The Iberian #lynx was once on the brink of extinction. Despite the bleak outlook, scientists in 🇪🇸 Spain and 🇵🇹 Portugal have been able to turn things around. Investment and a breeding program are giving the species a new chance. 🐾 | DW Environment