noun
- A wild cat native to Africa and Asia, with a slender body, long legs, and tufted ears.
Usage: Also called desert lynx or African lynx; Scientific name: Caracal caracal
Examples
- The caracal is a solitary hunter that preys on small mammals and birds.
- Caracals are known for their remarkable ability to leap high into the air to catch birds in flight.
- In some regions, caracals have been trained for hunting, similar to falconry.
- The caracal's tufted ears help it locate prey by sound in the African savanna.
- Unlike most wild cats, caracals are relatively tolerant of human presence in certain areas.