Canadian Lynx

The Canada lynx is a medium-sized North American lynx that ranges across Alaska, Canada, and northern areas of the contiguous United States. It is characterized by its long, dense fur, triangular ears with black tufts at the tips, and broad, snowshoe-like paws. When snowshoe hare numbers are low, the lynx's diet is supplemented by various rodents and birds such as voles, squirrels, grouse and sparrows. Moose and caribou (usually calves) may account for some of the lynx's diet, but they rarely attack large prey. The lynx is nocturnal and hunts at night. The Canada lynx has very thick, light brown or gray fur with light black spots. It has large ears with long black tufts at the ends. Its tail is short with a black tip at the end. It has a pointed, beard-like ruff and long legs with big paws.

Height: 19 – 22 in. (Adult, At Shoulder)

Mass: 18 – 24 lbs (Adult)

Conservation status: Least Concern (Population stable)

Scientific name: Lynx canadensis

Trophic level: Carnivorous

Length: 2.5 – 3.5 ft. (Adult)

Gestation period: 56 – 70 days