Lynx are solitary animals with specific habitat and prey requirements, making them vulnerable to habitat loss and fragmentation. Additionally, their low reproductive rates and specific mating habits contribute to their rarity. Human activities such as poaching and climate change also threaten their population.
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Luca
Sat Nov 02 2024
The population of Canada lynx has seen a decline across the majority of their habitat in the contiguous United States.
Alessandro
Sat Nov 02 2024
Fire suppression measures have also played a role in the decline by altering the ecological balance in their habitat.
Nicola
Sat Nov 02 2024
This decline is primarily attributed to overtrapping, which has significantly reduced their numbers.
Martino
Sat Nov 02 2024
Road construction and recreational developments have further fragmented the lynx's habitat, making it difficult for them to survive.
mia_clark_teacher
Sat Nov 02 2024
Habitat loss is another major factor contributing to the decline of Canada lynx.