Caracal

The caracal (Caracal caracal) is a species of wild cat found in Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia. It has long legs, a short face, long, tufted ears, and a robust build. The coat is reddish tan, with small red markings. The caracal reaches 40-50 cm and 8-19 kg. It is usually nocturnal, and is territorial. The caracal preys on birds, rodents, and other small mammals. When catching prey, it leaps high up to 3 m.