A new document entitled “Compilation of good practices for prey abundance for the Iberian wolf and the Iberian lynx” was created as part of the project, in which good practices are reviewed and presented regarding techniques and strategies to increase the population of wild prey, which are essential for the survival and reproduction of these animals.

Among the topics addressed, the almost exclusive dependence of the Iberian lynx on the European rabbit stands out, whose population has decreased by more than 80% in recent decades. The document highlights the importance of habitat restoration and the strengthening of local rabbit populations, favoring those with high population density and genetic diversity.

Another important point addressed in the report is the diet of the Iberian wolf, which is based particularly on ungulates, such as deer and roe deer. Although deer populations are slowly increasing, the report suggests that it is a priority to implement habitat restoration actions, such as selective deforestation and reforestation, to ensure the sustainability of these populations and promote their dispersal.

In addition, it is stressed that the abundance of wild prey in the areas inhabited by these predators is essential to reduce attacks on domestic herds. The presence of healthy prey populations not only supports these predators, but also indicates a balanced and functional ecosystem.