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Bobcat

Lynx rufus

Bobcat (Lynx rufus)
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The bobcat (Lynx rufus) is a North American cat that appeared during the Irvingtonian stage of around 1. 8 million years ago (AEO). Containing 12 recognized subspecies, it ranges from southern Canada to central Mexico, including most of the contiguous United States.

Puzzle clues

These are the traits the daily game compares when you take a shot.

TypePredator
HabitatForest
HeadgearNone
RegionNationwide
Size classMedium
DietCarnivore
Typical weight22 lb

Field weight compared to the heaviest animal in the game.

Did you know?

North America's most common wildcat is a ghost — twice the size of a house cat but so secretive most people never see one in the wild.

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