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Where do female Canada lynx build dens for their kittens?
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Also known as the Spanish lynx or the Pardel lynx, the species bears a strong resemblance to the Eurasian lynx (Lynx lynx), but it may be distinguished by its smaller size; short, dark-tipped tail; and the presence of long, white, beardlike fur under its chin.
Female Canada lynx construct dens to give birth to and raise their kittens in several types of sheltered locations, including fallen logs, living trees, or piles of boulders and slash. These dens are typically lined with forest litter and conifer needles to provide a suitable environment for the young.1