EN Carnivore Mediterranean Scrublands
9–14 kg
Weight
10–13 yrs
Lifespan
70–80 km/h
Top Speed
Spain, PortugalFound In
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Iberian Lynx | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 11.5 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 77% |
| Height | 65 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 75 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 56% |
| Avg Speed | 75 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 11.5 yrs | 12.5 yrs | ↓ 8% |
Range Across 2 Regions
Habitat: Mediterranean Scrublands
Found In: Spain, Portugal
Coloration: Yellowish-brown
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 63–67 days
Offspring per Birth: 1-4
Lifespan: 10–13 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #19 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Proboscis Monkey | 14–24 kg | EN |
| 18 | Dhole | 12–21 kg | EN |
| 19 | Iberian Lynx | 9–14 kg | EN |
| 20 | Barbary Macaque | 5–13 kg | EN |
| 21 | Tasmanian Devil | 4–14 kg | EN |
| 22 | Lion-tailed Macaque | 2.5–10 kg | EN |
Other Felidae Species
The Felidae family has 9 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| African Lion | 120–250 kg | Carnivore | VU |
| Bengal Tiger | 220–260 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| Cheetah | 20–72 kg | Carnivore | VU |
| Serval | 8–18 kg | Carnivore | LC |
| Snow Leopard | 22–75 kg | Carnivore | VU |
| Sumatran Tiger | 47–121 kg | Carnivore | CR |
| Tiger | 100–390 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| White Tiger | 100–300 kg | Carnivore | CR |