SUMMARY
Two camera traps in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park have recorded a caracal, one of India's least-seen wild cats. While this confirms the species' presence in the area, experts emphasize that a single image does not establish a resident population. The caracal is protected under India's Wildlife Protection Act, and its range has significantly shrunk. Researchers are now reviewing older records and increasing monitoring to determine if this sighting indicates a settled population or a transient individual.
TAKEAWAYS
Camera traps captured a rare caracal in India's Kuno National Park.
Experts state a single image confirms presence, not a resident population.
The caracal is a protected species with a significantly reduced range in India.
Further monitoring is needed to assess the caracal's status in the park.