10 Interesting Fact About Lynx

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• Lynx is a type of wild cat that lives in moderate climates worldwide, including in Europe, Asia and North America.
• The name Lynx comes from ancient Greek, which means wild cat.
• Lynx has a wide ears and typical feathers at the ends of the ear, which helps them hear and track their prey better.
• There are four species of Lynx that are known today, namely Lynx Europe, Lynx Canada, Lynx Iberia, and Lynx Eurasia.
• Lynx is a meat -eating animal and usually preys on small animals such as rabbits, squirrels, and mice.
• Lynx can run at speeds of up to 70 kilometers per hour and jump up to 10 feet in one jump.
• Lynx's fur color varies from pale brown to dark brown, with black and white spots around the face and neck.
• Lynx has excellent vision and can see prey from a long distance, even in the dark.
• Lynx is often used as a symbol of strength and courage in popular culture, including in Greek and Scandinavian mythology.
• Lynx population around the world today is threatened by the loss of their natural habitat and illegal hunting by humans.