Thursday, 13 February 2014

All about Lynx (Wild cat) amazing animal

About:-
          This amazing animal is named as
Lynx. This name is derived from
Latin from the Greek word "λύγξ", derived from the "leuk-" which means "light, brightness",in reference to the luminescence of its reflective eyes. It has furry skin from head to toe. It is also known as "Wild Cat"

Other Species:-
  1. Eurasian lynx
  2. Canada lynx
  3. Iberian lynx
  4. Bobcat

    Habitat:- The lynx inhabits high altitude forests with dense cover of shrubs, reeds, and tall grass. Although this cat hunts on the ground, it can climb trees and can swim swiftly, catching fish.

    Some other images:-Canadian Lynx:-
2:Eurasian Lynx



3:Lynx as pet:-























Basic Information:-
Type: Mammal
Classification: Carnivore
Body size: Head and body, 32 to 40 in (80 to 100 cm); Tail, 4 to 8 in (10 to 20 cm)
Weight: 22 to 44 lbs (10 to 20 kg)
How the protect themselves: Threatened
Size relative to a 6-ft (2-m) man

Diet:
They eat mice, squirrels, and birds, but prefer the snowshoe hare.

Geographical Habitat:-
They are found in northern forests of North America, Europe, and Asia.

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