Dr. Ross Barnett and Jacob discuss humanity's fascination with large predators, the historical and cultural reasons behind the persecution of predators like wolves and lynx in the UK, and the potential reintroduction of the Eurasian lynx.
00:00 The Fascination with Large Predators
00:37 The Overlooked Lynx in UK History
01:47 Medieval Changes and Predator Persecution
02:52 Potential for Lynx Reintroduction in the UK
03:46 Lynx Reintroduction Success Stories
04:43 Lynx Territory and Population Dynamics
06:24 Impact of Lynx on Deer Population
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