Lynx - Wikipedia
WEBA lynx (/ lɪŋks / 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, any of four species of short-tailed cats (family Felidae) found in the forests of Europe, Asia, and North America. The Canada lynx and the bobcat live in North America. The Eurasian lynx and Iberian lynx are their Eurasian counterparts.
The Lynx - Everything You Need to Know! - The Big Cat Sanctuary
WEBWhat is a Lynx? The lynx, a member of the big cat family, are a solitary animal found across North America, Asia and Europe. Known for their ear tufts, long fur and exceptional hunting skills, this cat is a favourite amongst big cat lovers!
Iberian Lynx - Everything You Need to Know - The Big Cat …
WEBThe Iberian lynx is a medium-sized wild cat, similar in size to the Eurasian lynx but smaller than the North American lynx. It has a distinctive appearance, with a short, stubby tail, tufted ears, and distinctive black tufts of hair on the tips of its ears.
Lynx - Big Cat Facts
WEBMar 9, 2024 · Introduction to Lynxes: The Fascinating Big Cats The lynx, an elusive and captivating big cat, stands out prominently among the pantheon of North America’s legendary beasts. These large feline figures have played vital roles throughout history, finding their place within folklore and mythology from various cultures around the globe.
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).
Iberian lynx - Wikipedia
WEBThe Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) is one of the four extant species within Lynx, a genus of medium-sized wild cats. The Iberian lynx is endemic to the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. It is listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. [3]
Iberian lynx - WWF
WEBThe big cat running out of space. The conservation effort taken to prevent the Iberian Lynx’s extinction has paid out, and from a shrinking population of less than 100 individuals in 2002, now 404 cats live in the Mediterranean forests of the Iberian Peninsula.
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: Facts, Threats, and Conservation - IFAW
WEBThough lynx are a type of big cat, they’re not nearly as big as lions or tigers. Most species are around the size of a labrador—even the largest don’t exceed the size of large dog breeds. They’re known for their distinctive short tails—also known as ‘bobbed’ tails, which is how the bobcat got its name.