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Date Published: 09/10/2025
Iberian Lynx makes hopeful return to Cordoba mountains after 50 years
Conservationists call for urgent protections to help the iconic cat thrive once again

Ecologists in Action have hailed this development as “great news and a great responsibility for everyone.” The arrival of what could be the first breeding pair in decades marks a crucial milestone for a species long threatened by challenges. However, with these challenges comes the need for urgent protection, especially as the wild rabbit, the lynx’s favourite meal, is still in short supply in the area.
The nearby roads and density of human activity also raise genuine concerns for the safety of the lynx and its future offspring. The group is calling on Andalucía’s Ministry of Sustainability and Environment to step up with strong measures, such as introducing more rabbits safely into the wild and informing rangers and landowners about the lynx so everyone can help keep illegal traps and snaring at bay.

The fight against poaching, which has long cast a shadow over these areas, remains a top priority. In addition to education and enforcement, putting up clear road signs along highways such as the A-601 and CO-3402 will remind drivers to watch out for these elusive animals. They also suggest carefully capturing and tagging the lynxes with tracking collars, the most effective way to keep tabs on their health and movements.
It’s heartening to see a symbol of Andalucía’s natural heritage claw back a foothold. But the road ahead demands cooperation from everyone, from government officials to local communities, to ensure the Iberian lynx doesn’t just survive but thrives again in Córdoba’s wild spaces.
Image: Bharath Kumar Venkatesh/Pexels
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