Linking Lynx Protocols | Linking Lynx https://www.linking-lynx.org/?id=24 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 03:06:11 +0200 Linking Lynx https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=185 Monitoring lynx distribution <p>Distribution is a key parameter in assessing the status of a species or population.</p> Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=135 Guidelines for Public Engagement <p>Lynx reintroduction and translocation projects must be seen as interdisciplinary projects, combining in-depth species expertise with expertise in social issues. The success of such projects depends heavily on facilitating constructive and cooperative human interactions at all stages of the project.</p> Thu, 28 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=67 Table of Contents Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=66 Clinical Examniation <p>The Clinical examination protocol was designed for assessment of the overall health in lynx.</p> Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=65 Anaesthesia <p>For captured lynx we use Medetomidine, ketamine, butorphanol, also possible midazolam in populations with an increased risk for cardiovascular complications</p> Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=33 Appendices Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=32 Quarantine <p>Wild caught lynx (incl. orphans) must be put through a period of quarantine until their state of health is confirmed.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=31 Rewilding of orphans and zoo born lynx <p>The rewilding of lynx needs to consider time, method, selection of site and procedure for the release.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=25 Ex situ genetic management <p>In several previous reintroduction attempts of lynx, lack of molecular genetic marker systems and/or unawareness of its importance has led to the release of founder animals of unclear genetic status. There are three equally important goals of genetic testing of captive lynx in the frame of reintroduction programmes.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=24 Rearing orphaned lynx <p>If the decision has been taken that an orphaned lynx should be transferred to a rehabilitation center, there are several important aspects that have to be considered for successful rehabilitation.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=23 Breeding Lynx for reintroduction <p>This chapter provides guidance to what has been considered to be appropriate for enclosures in loca-tion, boundary, substrate, furnishings and maintenance, and dimensions for breeding Eurasian lynx for reintroduction.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=22 Post-release monitoring and management interventions for Eurasian lynx in reintroduction or reinforcement projects <p>Monitoring is an essential element of any reintroduction and, with a somewhat different focus, rein-forcement project.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=21 Capture of wild and orphaned lynx and transport for release <p>The handling of the lynx must respect all legal requirements and best practice experience. The ani-mals have to be surveyed during capture, quarantine and transport, and receive medical treatment whenever required by experienced veterinarians.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=16 In situ Management of Orphaned Lynx <p>When apparently orphaned juvenile lynx are found, there is usually the need for some management intervention. Borel et al. (2022) created two decision trees to facilitate the management of young lynx found alone, and therefore potentially orphaned.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=15 Genetic Monitoring and Recommendations at Metapopulation Level <p>Genetic monitoring is particularly important for (i) small, reintroduced and isolated populations, and (ii) populations that went through a severe historic bottleneck. As all European lynx populations fall into one or the other category, a sound genetic monitoring is of pivotal importance for this species.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=14 Short Introduction on In Situ Management <p>In situ Management of a species means the maintenance and recovery of viable populations of the species in its natural habitats i.e. to conserve the species in its natural habitats.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.linking-lynx.org/en/publications/linking-lynx-protocols&entry_id=13 Introduction <p>The Introduction contains the subchapters Biology,&nbsp;Perspective of the metapopulation of Carpathian lynx, Background on Linking Lynx and Lynx for reintroductions: three sources.</p> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100