Lynx - Wikipedia
WEBA lynx (/ l ɪ ŋ k s / links; pl.: lynx or lynxes) is any of the four extant species (the Canada lynx, Iberian lynx, Eurasian lynx and the bobcat) within the medium-sized wild cat genus Lynx. The name originated in Middle English via Latin from the Greek word lynx ( λύγξ ), [4] derived from the Indo-European root *leuk- ( ' light ...
Lynx | Description, Size, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica
WEBMar 25, 2024 · lynx, (genus Lynx), any of four species of short-tailed cats (family Felidae) found in the forests of Europe, Asia, and North America. The Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis) and the bobcat (L. rufus) live in North America. The Eurasian lynx (L. lynx) and the Iberian lynx (L. pardinus) are their European counterparts.
Lynx, facts and information - National Geographic
WEBApr 11, 2010 · Lynxes are medium-size, solitary wildcats that roam the forests of North America, Europe, and Asia. While their name comes from a Greek word meaning “ to shine ”—because of their reflective...
Lynx | The Nature Conservancy
WEBJul 16, 2020 · Meet the Lynx. A relatively small feline predator, male lynx may weigh as much as 48 pounds and grow about 4 feet long. The lynx will hunt prey three or four times its size—like reindeer—but its main prey is smaller animals like hares, rodents, small deer and birds such as grouse.
Canada Lynx (Lynx canadensis) | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
WEBThe Canada lynx ( Lynx canadensis) is a mid-sized boreal forest carnivore that occurs across most of northern North America. In the contiguous United States, Canada lynx were designated as a distinct population segment and listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act in 2000.
Lynx - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
WEBLynxes are medium-sized predatory cats, which are also occasionally known as “ bobcats .”. These cats are characterized by small tufts of hair jutting from the tips of their ears. Different species of this cat range from North America to …
Lynx Fact Sheet | Blog | Nature | PBS
WEBApr 21, 2020 · There are four living species of lynx across the globe: the Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis), Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus), Eurasian lynx (Lynx lynx), and bobcat (Lynx rufus). The four species...
Everything you need to know about lynx | IFAW
WEBThere are four different species of lynx—the Eurasian and Iberian lynxes live in Europe and Asia, and bobcats and Canada lynx live in North America. The Iberian lynx is generally the largest species, followed closely by the Canada lynx. Eurasian lynx in its natural habitat.
ADW: Lynx: INFORMATION
WEBThe genus Lynx consists of 4 recognized species: Lynx lynx, Lynx rufus, Lynx canadensis, and Lynx pardinus. All Lynx species are obligate carnivores and feed primarily on small game, such as hare, rabbits, and rodents. Their general ecological ranges are uniform across the genus, with all populations found in forested regions.
Distribution and general characteristics of lynx | Britannica
WEBlynx, Any of three species of short-tailed forest cat (genus Lynx) found in Europe, Asia, and northern North America. The North American lynx ( Lynx canadensis) is regarded as distinct from the Eurasian and Spanish (Iberian) species. The lynx has long legs, large paws, tufted ears, hairy soles, and a broad, short head.
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