The Iberian lynx, is one of the most endangered wild cat species in the world.
The lynx was once widespread throughout the Iberian Peninsula, but habitat loss, poaching, and declining prey populations led to its near-extinction. Thanks to extensive conservation efforts, the lynx population has slowly increased in recent years, but it is still considered critically endangered.
The lynx is a symbol of conservation efforts in Spain and has become a flagship species for the conservation of Mediterranean ecosystems. A fascinating and iconic animal that holds a special place in the hearts of many nature lovers and conservationists around the world.
The Nature Protection Service (Seprona) are investigating the disappearance of Iberian lynx in the province of Córdoba after the discovery of several geolocation transmitter collars that appear to have been forcibly removed from the individuals. In two examples the collar of “Pajaron” who was reintroduced some time ago was found in mid January in the … Read more
The monitoring and veterinary team for the protection of the Iberian lynx recently fitted GPS tracking collars to several of the cubs born in 2020 at the El Acebuche Iberian lynx breeding center close to El Rocio in Huelva province. They have also had full medical exams and once the results of the analytics are … Read more