a lynx (Lynx canadensis). Both felines are around the same size, have distinctive ear tufts, and short (or, bobbed, which explains the name!) tails, making it difficult to distinguish between them.

This makes good sense and it’s long overdue.” Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis) are distinguished from bobcats by their tufted ears, hind legs that appear longer than front legs, and a pronounced goatee ...

Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis). Photo courtesy of Erwin and Peggy Bauer, USFWS. Images are available for media use. The Center for Biological Diversity is a national, nonprofit conservation ...