Iberian Lynx No Longer Endangered After Historic Population Recovery
TL;DR
The Iberian lynx, once on the brink of extinction with only 62 mature individuals in 2001, has made a remarkable recovery due to extensive conservation efforts. The species, native to Spain and Portugal, is no longer classified as endangered by the IUCN, with over 2,000 adults and juveniles now thriving. Key factors in their resurgence include habitat restoration, breeding programs, and the recovery of their primary prey, the European rabbit. Despite this success, ongoing challenges such as climate change and disease outbreaks remain.
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