big cat population being reintroduced to the country. Recent research has suggested that the return of the Eurasian lynx could bring environmental benefits and help with managing deer populations.A trio of charities, Scotland: The Big Picture, Trees for Life and Vincent Wildlife Trust, believe extensive areas of Scotland could support the large predator and are launching a year-long Lynx to Scotland consultation to assess public attitudes towards its reintroduction.Originally native to the British Isles, the Eurasian lynx was driven to extinction some 500 to 1,000 years ago through hunting and habitat loss.The animals can grow to 1.3 metres in length and are about the size of a large dog.The shy and elusive animal has seen a resurgence in.
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