A caracal was sighted in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, during a wildlife survey

A caracal was sighted in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, during a wildlife survey

¨     A caracal was sighted in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, during a wildlife survey on 6 June 2026.

¨     The animal was recorded using a camera trap, confirming its presence in the region after several decades.

¨     The sighting is significant as it marks a rare occurrence of this elusive wild cat in central India.

¨     The caracal is a wild cat species known for its long legs, powerful hind limbs, and distinctive black ear tufts.

¨     It is one of India’s rarest wild cats and is adapted to dry habitats such as scrublands, grasslands, and semi-arid regions.

¨     Kuno National Park is located in Madhya Pradesh and is known for its mixed ecosystem of grasslands and forests.

¨     The park has gained national importance for wildlife conservation initiatives, including the cheetah reintroduction project in India.

¨     A camera trap is a remote wildlife monitoring device used to capture images or videos of animals in their natural habitat.

¨   Wildlife surveys using camera traps help in documenting species presence, movement patterns, and habitat usage in protected areas.