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Physical Description: The Bobcat is the smallest of the Lynx family. Its fur is usually grayish brown or tan (depending on their environment) with black streaks throughout, especially on the legs. Their ears are pointed and tipped with black tufts of fur. They have long fur behind their ears that give their face a wide appearance. They have pinkish-red noses.
Long hair on side of face
Pinkish-red nose
Bobcats are actually quite small
Key Characteristics: Distinctive tufted ears and an abnormally short, bobbed tail
Size: Adults are typically 18.5-49 inches long
Weight: Males: 14 to 40 lbs with an average of 21 lbs; females: 8 to 34 lbs with an average of 15 lbs
Life Span: ~ 7 years
Differences in Males and Females: Males are slightly larger and heavier; they also have rounder toes on their feet pads with more space in between the pad and the toes
Bobcats have tiny tails!
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