Iberian Lynx Population in Spain and Portugal Hits Record 2,021: A Triumph in Conservation
Rahul Somvanshi
Rahul Somvanshi
The Iberian lynx population in the Iberian Peninsula has surpassed 2,000 individuals in 2023, hitting a record high since monitoring began.
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In Spain and Portugal, 2,021 lynxes were counted, with Spain housing 85.6% of the population.
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Andalusia boasts the largest share with 755 lynxes, making up 43.6% of Spain's total.
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The number of breeding females rose to 406 in 2023, edging closer to the target of 750 for a favorable conservation status.
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Conservation efforts have led to a significant increase, with nearly 900 new lynxes added to the population in just three years.
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Four Spanish regions have stable lynx populations, with Castilla-La Mancha following Andalusia with 715 lynxes.
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The expansion of lynx territories now includes 14 geographical areas and new stable presence areas in multiple provinces.
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The ex situ conservation program, involving captive breeding and reintroduction, has been crucial in lynx recovery.
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Since 2011, 372 captive-born lynxes have been reintroduced into the wild, aiding population growth and stability.
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