Lynx - Wikipedia
WEBA lynx (/ l ɪ ŋ k s / links; [4] pl.: lynx or lynxes [5]) 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.
Lynx | Description, Size, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica
WEBAug 21, 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.
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.
ADW: Lynx: CLASSIFICATION
WEBSubfamily Felinae small cats. Felinae: pictures (107) Felinae: specimens (158) Genus Lynx lynxes. Lynx: information (1) Lynx: pictures (16) Lynx: specimens (35) Species Lynx canadensis Canada lynx. Lynx canadensis: information (1)
Lynx: Classification, Traits, Habitat, and Conservation Status
WEB6 days ago · Habitat. Lynx inhabit a variety of ecosystems, ranging from dense forests to cold, mountainous regions: Eurasian Lynx: Found throughout Europe and parts of Asia, this species prefers remote forests and mountainous terrains. Canadian Lynx: Native to North America, especially in Canada and Alaska, these lynxes thrive in boreal forests.
Eurasian lynx - Wikipedia
WEBThe Eurasian lynx (Lynx lynx) is one of the four extant species within the medium-sized wild cat genus Lynx. It is widely distributed from Northern, Central and Eastern Europe to Central Asia and Siberia, the Tibetan Plateau and the Himalayas. It inhabits temperate and boreal forests up to an elevation of 5,500 m (18,000 ft).
Lynx Fact Sheet | Blog | Nature - PBS
WEBApr 21, 2020 · Genus: | Lynx. 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...
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.
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 - Carnivore, Solitary, Fur | Britannica
WEBAug 21, 2024 · The Eurasian lynx (L. lynx) is the largest member of the genus and Europe’s third largest predator. The weight of a full-grown adult ranges from 18 to 36 kg (about 40 to 80 pounds), and its length ranges from 70 to 130 cm (about 28 to 51 inches).