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What kind of cat is Big Floppa?

PoC avatarPosted on February 14, 2021 by Michael BroadFebruary 14, 2021

‘Big Floppa’ or just ‘Floppa’ is a domesticated caracal – a medium-sized wild cat. They have the ability to jump higher than any other cat in my estimation. They are sometimes domesticated as their character lends itself to domestication. The … Continue reading →

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Picture of cute caracal kitten

PoC avatarPosted on April 24, 2020 by Michael BroadApril 24, 2020

This is a lovely picture of a cute caracal kitten taken by the staff at Exmoor Zoo (I believe). The face is quite fierce and the fur is fluffy and soft. The ears already have lynx tips. The long black … Continue reading →

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Can caracal cats be pets?

PoC avatarPosted on September 19, 2017 by Michael BroadFebruary 23, 2019

There are people who have caracals as pets but there are not many of them because caracals don’t make ideal pets. This medium sized wild cat species has been used to hunt with people and therefore can be somewhat tamed but as pets, No.

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Facts About The Caracal

PoC avatarPosted on June 9, 2017 by Michael BroadJanuary 17, 2019

Caracal (Caracal caracal) The Caracal in appearance resembles the Lynx in having characteristic dark tufts on its large, pointed ears and is indeed often referred to as the African Lynx or Desert Lynx, however the caracal is not closely related … Continue reading →

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Why do caracals have tufts on their ears?

PoC avatarPosted on November 9, 2016 by Michael BroadApril 13, 2017

There are possibly two reasons why caracals have large, dark tufts on the tips of their ears. I say ‘possibly’ because I don’t think we know for sure. Also, you could ask why Maine Coon cats have large ear tufts … Continue reading →

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Caracal

PoC avatarPosted on May 25, 2012 by Michael BroadMarch 3, 2020

Caracal Introduction The Name Classification Description Distribution Behavior Conservation Introduction This is the cat that features in the well known phrase, ‘to put the cat amongst the pigeons’. This harks back the era of Indian princes and maharajahs who, it … Continue reading →

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Caracal Description

PoC avatarPosted on May 25, 2012 by Michael BroadDecember 8, 2012

The caracal is a medium sized wildcat weighing about 8-20 kgs. This cat gives the impression that it is powerful and “robust”1. The female is smaller and lighter than the male. Distinguishing features are the long black ear tufts growing … Continue reading →

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