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Lopez, G.; Lopez, M.; Fernandez, L.; Ruiz, G.; Arenas, R.; Del Rey, T.; Gil, J.M.; Garrote, G.; Garcia, M.; Simon, M.
Population development of the Iberian lynx since 2002
2012 Cat News (57): 34-34
The Iberian lynx _Lynx pardinus_ population suffered a dramatic decline during the 20th Century, and in 2002, it was considered the most endangered cat in the world. At that time, its population size was found to be fewer than 100 individuals. Since 2002, three consecutive LIFE-Nature projects have been dedicated to the conservation of this Iberian endemism, including actions increasing carrying capacity and decreasing threats. As a result, the Iberian lynx population has grown, and it was found to be 326 individuals in 2011. Moreover, two reintroduction programs are ongoing and effects of inbreeding are being mitigated through translocations.
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