European Wildcat Felis silvestris Schreber, 1777, and African Wildcat Felis lybica Forster, 1780

This comprehensive species-specific chapter covers all aspects of the mammalian biology, including paleontology, physiology, genetics, reproduction and development, ecology, habitat, diet, mortality, and behavior. The economic significance and management of mammals and future challenges for research and conservation are addressed as well. The chapter includes a distribution map, photographs, and a list of key literature.