Eurasian lynx photographed for the first time in Sikkim, Representing only 2nd photographic record of species in the eastern Himalayan region

A rare Eurasian lynx has been photographed for only the second time in the eastern Himalayas, captured by a camera trap at 5,250 metres on Sikkim’s Tso Lhamo plateau. This significant finding, following a 2025 record in Arunachal Pradesh, confirms the wild cat’s broader presence in the region. Experts highlight the ecological importance of these high-altitude rangelands, reinforcing conservation efforts for this fragile ecosystem.