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Ranging throughout canada, alaska and into
some parts of the northern united states
The canadian lynx is a shining example of
feline adptability
Earning its spot at the top as an apex predator
Its most defining characteristic is its furry
ruff
Looking somewhat like a double-pointed beard
It also has long furry tufts on its ears
And a short tail with a black tip
Its broad oversized paws help this animal
To easily maneuver through the deep snow
As a specialist predator
The canadian lynx preys almost exclusively
on snowshoe hares
Which change from white to a rusty brown depending
on the season
Because of their well-balanced relationship
Both populations fluctuate together
In a 10 year cycle
From abundance to scarcity and back again
Canadian lynx populations face pressures placed
on them by human activity
Trapping is one of the main sources of population
decline
Each Lynx pelt can fetch upwards
Of several hundred american dollars
And are often used to make fur coats
Because the canadian lynx is such a rare animal
There are no up to date population estimates
for any region
Making it difficult to increase its conservation
status
For now they are listed under the category
Of least concern