2023Caracal - Miniature Sheet

The caracal (Caracal caracal) is a medium-sized wild cat native to Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia. Known for its distinctive appearance, the caracal is characterized by its short reddish-brown coat, long tufted ears, and black markings around its eyes resembling tear stains. Renowned for its remarkable agility and jumping abilities, the caracal is an adept hunter, preying on birds, small mammals, and occasionally larger ungulates. Solitary in nature, the caracal's secretive behavior and nocturnal habits contribute to its elusive presence in various arid and scrubland habitats.