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Caracal (Caracal caracal) is a species of Felidae which has a vast distribution in the central area ofIran. In this study, we gathered all records of caracal in Yazd province during nine years (2002-2011). We also analyzed the results of intensive camera-trapping in 3 protected areas inYazd province. Based on the results of the study 96 records of caracal were obtained in the study area including, 36 photographs, 54 direct observations and 6 death animals. The results showedSiahkouhNational Park has more relative abundance of caracal than the other areas (including; Naibandan and Dareh Anjir wildlife refuges). Analysis of the results showed there is no significant difference between the activities of caracal on night and day. Three records of death animals related to the road accidents. In this study, we obtained 3 different cases of reproduction of caracal in Kalmand – Bahadoran protected area.
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