The mystery of the cat that pounces on birds in the air like an 'air warrior'

From the shade, the caracal leaps dramatically, pouncing on flying prey - a feat that has made it the most formidable predator in the African desert.

The black-tipped ears are extremely sensitive. The black-eared lynx has long black tufts of fur on its ears that help it accurately orient sound, helping it hunt in the dark. Photo: Pinterest.

Extraordinary jumping ability. The caracal can jump up to 3 meters high, enough to pounce on birds in mid-air – a skill that has earned it the nickname “air killer”. Photo: Pinterest.

Not only living in Africa. This species is also distributed in the Middle East, India and Iran, adapting well to many different climates from savanna to semi-desert. Photo: Pinterest.

Hunting alone. The caracal is a solitary animal, only coming together during the breeding season. Each individual controls a large territory and is extremely wary of others. Photo: Pinterest.

The coat changes with the climate. In hot, dry areas, the caracal’s fur is a pale yellow, while in cooler areas it turns a dark brown – providing effective camouflage. Photo: Pinterest.

They don’t need much water to survive. They absorb most of their water from their prey, helping them survive in arid environments lacking surface water. Photo: Pinterest.

It is a symbol in ancient culture. The ancient Egyptians carved images of the Black Cat on tomb walls, considering it a guardian of the entrance to the afterlife . Photo: Pinterest.

Partly domesticated, Caracals were once trained by Persian and Indian kings to hunt birds in royal hunts. Photo: Pinterest.

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