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Lynx canadensis

Lynx canadensis

8.0
A wild cat called the Canada lynx that lives in northern North America
  • noun
  • /lɪŋks kænəˈdɛn.sɪs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Lynx canadensis
  • The Lynx canadensis thrives in the boreal forests of Canada and Alaska.

Examples

  • Habitat loss poses a threat to the survival of Lynx canadensis in some regions.

  • Researchers observed several Lynx canadensis during their winter field study.

  • The Lynx canadensis is known for its tufted ears.

  • Did you see a Lynx canadensis in the forest?

  • The Lynx canadensis is an elusive wild cat that prefers cold northern habitats.

  • Conservation efforts are underway to protect the Lynx canadensis from extinction.

  • Many wildlife enthusiasts hope to spot a Lynx canadensis while hiking in the Canadian wilderness.

Synonyms

Canada lynx
vsLynx canadensis
  • US
7.1

A medium wild cat with ear tufts and a short tail that lives in the forests of northern North America

is the formal scientific name used for that same wild cat species

Surface Forms

Lynx canadensis singular
Lynx canadenses plural

Morphology

Lynx + canadensis

This is a scientific binomial formed by the genus name 'Lynx' (a wild cat) plus the Latin epithet 'canadensis' (meaning 'of Canada' or originating from Canada), so a learner who knows both constituents can infer 'Canada lynx' or 'lynx from Canada' directly. Scientific naming conventions are compositional and widely used across languages, making the meaning predictable from the parts.

Etymology

Lynx canadensis: The scientific name Lynx canadensis comes from two parts: Lynx is from an old Greek word meaning 'light' or 'shine' because the cat's eyes look bright at night, and canadensis is Latin for 'from Canada'. So the name points to the bright-eyed wild cat that lives in Canada.