Fact Sheet
Canada Lynx
What Defenders Is Doing To Help Lynx
Since the early ‘90s, Defenders has been pushing the federal government to protect lynx, first by obtaining Endangered Species Act protections for them, then by fighting to ensure they have sufficient habitat protected to survive.
Today, we’re pushing federal officials to create a comprehensive nationwide recovery plan for lynx, the next important step in their long road to recovery.
Visit our Species at Risk: Canada Lynx page to learn more about what Defenders is doing to protect lynx.
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Fast Facts
Height Around 2 feet (.61m)
Length 2.5 - 3 feet (.76 - .91m)
Weight: 10-23 lbs (8-10 kg)
Lifespan: 10-15 years.
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Endangered Species Act:
Threatened
CITES:
Appendix II
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