Iberian Lynx, 3rd time lucky!

[ingweDave]

This has been an on going project for me, for the last 8 years. I have just returned from my third visit to the Sierra Morena in Spain, to try and photograph the elusive Iberian Lynx.
The previous two visits had been fruitless, however this area of Spain has plenty more to offer, so it is not too tough a mission!
When I first visited the area, this animal was viewed as the rarest wild cat in the world. The good news is has now lost this moniker! The estimated population has risen from a low of around 200 individuals, to last years census of approximately 1300, which is an amazing success story.
Having spent over 150 hours, during my 3 visits, sitting patiently in hides and tracking on foot, I have been rewarded with a 3 minute visit and an 8 minute visit, by this adult female. Worth the wait but a long time coming

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[Charles Loy]

Superior series, congrats on your photography success and the success of the Lynx growing population

 

[PhD69]

Great series. #1 and the last one
Were you in hides for these pictures please ?

 

[marc]

Superbly documented Dave

 

[ingweDave]

Great series. #1 and the last one
Were you in hides for these pictures please ?

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Yes, this was my home for 11 hours x4 days. However, on the positive side, more Lynx were seen in the lower public areas. Certainly more than I saw.

 

[ingweDave]

Superbly documented Dave

Thanks Marc

 

[ingweDave]

Superior series, congrats on your photography success and the success of the Lynx growing population

Thanks Charles

 

[BarkingBeans Coffee]

Love seeing this since we have two bengal cats at home. Thanks for sharing.

 

[PhD69]

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Yes, this was my home for 11 hours x4 days. However, on the positive side, more Lynx were seen in the lower public areas. Certainly more than I saw.

Nice point of view, seen from outside of the "home" of course

Thank for sharing this picture which gives a good idea of the place

 

[Woody Meristem]

Congratulations, all things come to those who wait -- sometimes. Good photos as well.

 

[ingweDave]

Love seeing this since we have two bengal cats at home. Thanks for sharing.

 

[coachjohn57]

Great series of images; the 3rd one brought a smile to my face!

 

[ingweDave]

Great series of images; the 3rd one brought a smile to my face!

Thanks John

 

[Irap]

Amazing shots, and great info Dave

 

[frdjohns]

excellent images and great news about the population increase.

 

[ingweDave]

Amazing shots, and great info Dave

Thanks Ira

 

[ingweDave]

excellent images and great news about the population increase.

Thanks Fred

 

[Platalea ajaja]

Wow, great shots. Really commend you on your commitment, patience, and dedication to get them. Really excellent.

 

[ingweDave]

Wow, great shots. Really commend you on your commitment, patience, and dedication to get them. Really excellent.

Thanks for the comments

 

[Rookie Roy]

I’m sure it was very rewarding to finally get the images! Congratulations! Beautiful shots!

 

[trapper12]

What an amazing set of pics,getting photos of truly endangered species is special.I saw a documentary on the Iberian Lynx some time ago when its numbers were critical what an amazing experience thanks for sharing

 

[ingweDave]

I’m sure it was very rewarding to finally get the images! Congratulations! Beautiful shots!

 

[ingweDave]

What an amazing set of pics,getting photos of truly endangered species is special.I saw a documentary on the Iberian Lynx some time ago when its numbers were critical what an amazing experience thanks for sharing

Thanks for the comments

 

[Ralph]

This has been an on going project for me, for the last 8 years. I have just returned from my third visit to the Sierra Morena in Spain, to try and photograph the elusive Iberian Lynx.
The previous two visits had been fruitless, however this area of Spain has plenty more to offer, so it is not too tough a mission!
When I first visited the area, this animal was viewed as the rarest wild cat in the world. The good news is has now lost this moniker! The estimated population has risen from a low of around 200 individuals, to last years census of approximately 1300, which is an amazing success story.
Having spent over 150 hours, during my 3 visits, sitting patiently in hides and tracking on foot, I have been rewarded with a 3 minute visit and an 8 minute visit, by this adult female. Worth the wait but a long time coming
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Super Series Dave! Well done

 

[Patrick M]

This has been an on going project for me, for the last 8 years. I have just returned from my third visit to the Sierra Morena in Spain, to try and photograph the elusive Iberian Lynx.
The previous two visits had been fruitless, however this area of Spain has plenty more to offer, so it is not too tough a mission!
When I first visited the area, this animal was viewed as the rarest wild cat in the world. The good news is has now lost this moniker! The estimated population has risen from a low of around 200 individuals, to last years census of approximately 1300, which is an amazing success story.
Having spent over 150 hours, during my 3 visits, sitting patiently in hides and tracking on foot, I have been rewarded with a 3 minute visit and an 8 minute visit, by this adult female. Worth the wait but a long time coming
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lovely set of images. He's gorgeous!