The Carnivores of the northeastern Badia, Jordan

The presence of 8 carnivores representing 3 families (Canidae. Felidae and Hyaenidae) in the northeastern Badia was confirmed by trapping and spotlighting. The family Canidae is represented by 4 species: Canis aureus syrlaca. Canis lupus arabs. Vulpes vulpes and Vulpes rueppelli. Three felines. Caracal caracal schmitzi, Felis margarita and Felis sylvestris tristrami, were spotlighted. Remains of recently killed Hyaena hyaena syriaca were recovered. Major threats affecting the population of desert carnivores such as poisoning and shooting are discussed in detail. Current local, IUCN and CITES statues of the carnivores of the Badia area are given.