The European wildcat (Felis silvestris silvestris) is a
subspecies of the
wildcat. It is native to the forests and grasslands of Europe, as well as
Turkey and the
Caucasus Mountains. Bulkier than both the
African wildcat and the
domestic cat, the European wildcat is also distinguished by its thick fur and non-tapered tail. Though it is predominantly nocturnal, the European wildcat may be active in the daytime in the absence of humans.Photograph:
Luc Viatour