Living BeingsCompare species
Canada Lynx
Lynx canadensis
African Golden Cat
Caracal auratus
Evidence from the profiles
Compare their characteristics
| Trait | Canada Lynx | African Golden Cat |
|---|---|---|
| Physical traits | Long fur, broad furry feet, ear tufts and a short dark-tipped tail are characteristic. | The body is robust and the coat varies between reddish and grayish forms. Spotting can be more visible on some parts of the body. |
| Habitat and range | Boreal forests and areas with suitable prey and cover are important habitats. | Dense African forest and secondary growth provide cover and hunting habitat. |
| Diet and nutrition | Snowshoe hares are especially significant prey, although other animals are also eaten. | Rodents and other forest mammals are important prey. Birds and additional small animals may also be taken. |
| Behavior and activity | Adults are generally solitary and maintain ranges. Mother–young associations differ from the more independent lives of adults. | It is generally solitary and difficult to observe in dense cover. Sparse observations should not be treated as a complete account of its daily behavior. |
| Geographic distribution | The Mammal Diversity Database v2.5 records this species in Canada, United States. | The Mammal Diversity Database v2.5 records this species in Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Cote d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Benin?, Burundi?, Gambia?, Guinea-Bissau?, Kenya?, Rwanda?, Senegal?, Sudan?, Togo?. |
Classification
Shared ancestry
Closest shared taxon: Felinae.
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