Rare White Iberian Lynx Discovered in Spain: A Landmark Conservation Success Story

Oct 30, 2025 06:36 pm CST

In a remarkable conservation breakthrough, the world's first white Iberian lynx has been documented in southern Spain's Jaén mountains. This leucistic wildcat, captured on film by photographer Angel Hidalgo, symbolizes the extraordinary recovery of a species that once numbered fewer than 100 individuals to approximately 2,000 today, showcasing how dedicated conservation efforts can bring endangered species back from the brink of extinction.