Europe's Ghost Cat: Rare Wildcat Rediscovered, Thriving in Forests
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Moneycontrol•19-01-2026, 17:40
Europe's Ghost Cat: Rare Wildcat Rediscovered, Thriving in Forests
- •The European wildcat, nicknamed the "ghost cat" for its elusive nature, has been rediscovered in parts of Europe where it was thought to have vanished.
- •Wildlife photographer Vladimír Čech Jr captured images in the Doupov Mountains in 2020, confirming its continued presence.
- •The wildcat (Felis silvestris silvestris) is larger and wilder than domestic cats, with a striped coat, and avoids human contact.
- •Despite new sightings through 2026, its populations remain small, fragmented, and threatened by habitat loss and hybridization with domestic cats.
- •The rediscovery is crucial for European wildlife conservation, allowing scientists to study and protect this rare species.
Why It Matters: Europe's elusive "ghost cat" has been rediscovered, highlighting the importance of ongoing conservation efforts.
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