The key differences between a caracal and a lynx are size, color, physical features, danger, habitat, lifespan, and diet. Size. The average female Iberian lynx weighs about 21 pounds.

With its sleek body and golden coat, the Caracal is one of the most beautiful cats in the wild. Photo Credit: Pexels Though it's not a true lynx, the Caracal is sometimes called the desert lynx.

Caracal is one of the rarest wild cats in India known for their distinct appearance and elusive nature. ... also known as desert lynx, are found in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh in India.