Scottish Wildcats are amazing animals!
These beautiful cats once existed throughout most of the British Isles. These wildcats were once found throughout Scotland, England and Wales. Sadly, however, they went extinct in England and Wales during the late Victorian era, and then they disappeared from most of Scotland by the early 20th century.
Today, they can only be found in parts of the Scottish highlands.
Scottish Wildcats are amazing and fascinating animals. They are also elusive and rare, so, most people haven't seen these beautiful cats in the wild. There is a lot to these cats, so, let's look at the top 5 interesting facts about Scottish Wildcats!
5 Critically Endangered
Scottish Wildcats are sadly critically endangered today.
There is estimated to be as few as only 35 Scottish Wildcats in the wild today.
4 One Of The Rarest
Scottish Wildcats are one of the rarest animals in the world today.
They are so rare that they are even more endangered than tigers & pandas.
3 Not Just Scottish
Scottish Wildcats are not just Scottish.
These beautiful wildcats were also once found in England & Wales too.
2 Wildcats And The Highland Clans
Scottish Wildcats have been used as a symbol for Scottish clans.
They have been used as a symbol for clans since the 13th century. At least 12 different Scottish clans have used the Scottish Wildcat on their badges.
1 Their Other Name
Scottish Wildcats have another cool name.
Scottish Wildcats are also known as 'The Highland Tiger,' which is a really cool and affectionate name for these very rare cats!
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