Lynx Lynx

The Boreal Lynx

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Size

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Lifespan

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Population

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Scientific name: Lynx Lynx

Family: Felidae

Genus: Lynx

Distribution/habitat : boreal forests, lowland and mountain forest environments of Europe

Diet: carnivorous (deer, chamois, small rodents, insects and birds)

Weight: 18 kg to 30 kg

Height: 55 cm to 75cm at the withers

Lifespan: 20 years

Conservation status: threatened, EN “Endangered” (IUCN)

Individuals: less than 2000 in France; 9500 in Europe

Demographic trend: decreasing

Sources : IUCN, WWF

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