Rare Predator Listed in the Red Book Captured in Tashkent Streets
Uzbekistan
In Tashkent’s Yakkasaray district, a caracal was captured while roaming freely through the city. This animal is typically found in desert and steppe regions. Environmental authorities arrived at the scene and identified the unknown creature as a rare predator listed in the Red Book—the caracal. Specialists carefully captured the animal and transferred it to the Tashkent Zoo.
The caracal is a wild predator native to the deserts of Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia. It stands out due to its strong body, long legs, and sharp teeth. Its long, pointed ears help it sense the environment better. Another distinctive feature of the caracal is its speed—it can run at 80 km/h (50 mph).
How this predator ended up on the streets of Tashkent remains a mystery. It may have been a domesticated pet that escaped or was brought to the city illegally as part of wildlife trade. Experts are currently investigating the circumstances of the incident.
The presence of a wild predator in an unnatural habitat is yet another reminder of how Tashkent’s ecological system is changing and how human activity is affecting wildlife.
A caracal leaving its natural habitat could pose a risk to its survival, which is why such animals must be placed under expert supervision.
This incident once again highlights the complex relationship between nature and humans. Perhaps it’s just a coincidence… or maybe nature is trying to tell us something?
How this predator ended up on the streets of Tashkent remains a mystery. It may have been a domesticated pet that escaped or was brought to the city illegally as part of wildlife trade. Experts are currently investigating the circumstances of the incident.
The presence of a wild predator in an unnatural habitat is yet another reminder of how Tashkent’s ecological system is changing and how human activity is affecting wildlife.
A caracal leaving its natural habitat could pose a risk to its survival, which is why such animals must be placed under expert supervision.
This incident once again highlights the complex relationship between nature and humans. Perhaps it’s just a coincidence… or maybe nature is trying to tell us something?
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