Iberian Lynx on the Edge of Extinction
In Iberian Lynx on the Edge of Extinction, narrator Sir David Attenborough reveals how much wilderness has been lost in Spain due to human activities — only 4% of the land is now protected wilderness. However, in the Sierra de Andújar, a natural park has been created for the Iberian lynx and their numbers are now increasing. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Seven Worlds, One Planet, a series featuring remarkable animal behavior from all seven continents.
Sir David Attenborough showcases the wonders of our planet's seven continents — from frozen tundras to dense jungles — where life always finds a way.
Lesson Express
Q: Why is so much wildlife in Europe now endangered?
A: Due to human activity, protected wilderness now covers only 4% of Europe’s surface.
Q: How low did the population of the Iberian lynx get?
A: At one point, there were fewer than 100 lynx left.
Q: Do the lynx need a large space to be protected and grow in numbers?
A: No, the park in Sierra de Andújar is only around 25 miles (40 kilometers) across, but the lynx are increasing in number.