About the Species

It is characterised by a robust build, long legs, a short face, long tufted ears, and long canine teeth. Its coat is uniformly reddish tan or sandy. The caracal is highly secretive and difficult to observe. It is territorial and lives mainly alone or in pairs.

About the Hunt

This offers an extremely exciting hunt, and a unique trophy to harvest. Males and females make for great trophies, with males being slightly heavier and sturdier than females.

Habitat

In Africa, the caracal is widely distributed south of the Sahara, and are greatly dependent on water. Can be found thriving in the rockier Karoo area.

Physical Description

Shoulder Height – 16 – 20 inches
Weight – 25 – 45 pounds