Located
The Caracal is located in Africa, the Arabian Peninsula and some parts of India.
Diet
Caracal will eat birds and mammals such as rodents, antelope and gazelle.
Habitat
The Caracal can be found in dry scrub, dry woodlands and semi-deserts of Africa and Western Asia.
Size
Approximate weight of a caracal: 20 - 40 lbs. Approximate height of a caracal:. 3+ ft. from head to tail. Height is 1 - 1.5 ft.
Reproduction
A female caracal's pregnancy period ranges from approximately 70 - 80 days. The litter size is usually 2 - 5 kittens.
Notes
Caracals bear a strong resemblance to the lynx with black tufts of fur that point out from the ears. They may not be related, however.
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