Eurasian lynx: how our computer model highlighted the best site for restoring this wild cat to Scotland

Citation

Ovenden T (2019) Eurasian lynx: how our computer model highlighted the best site for restoring this wild cat to Scotland. The Conversation. 03.04.2019.

Abstract
First paragraph: Though it can still be found in the forests of Europe, the Eurasian lynx has not been seen in the UK for more than 1,000 years. This medium-sized wild cat with its distinctive pointy ears was driven to extinction during the medieval period, thanks to low numbers of its preferred prey, roe deer, as well as a disappearing habitat and excessive hunting. But recently the Lynx UK Trust has argued strongly for its reintroduction.

Keywords
conservation; computer modelling; Scotland; UK wildlife;

Notes
https://theconversation.com/eurasian-lynx-how-our-computer-model-highlighted-the-best-site-for-restoring-this-wild-cat-to-scotland-113624

People

Mr Tom Ovenden

PhD Researcher, Biological and Environmental Sciences