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Caracal: Facts, Habitat and Conservation Challenges

All about the caracal: a rare wild cat with long ear tufts
Text by: Nisarg Prakash Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated   December 09, 2025
Text by: Nisarg Prakash Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated   December 09, 2025
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All about the caracal: a rare wild cat with long ear tufts

Where are caracals found in India?

They are found in India in Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh, which form the easternmost part of their range.

What do caracal cats eat?

Caracals eat hares, rodents, antelopes, and birds.

Are caracal cats dangerous?

Caracal cats were tamed hunters along with cheetahs used in hunts in princely states. It is shown that they are powerful predators that can leap over 3 m, run up to 80 kmph, and hunt using their speed and agility.

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