Lynx rufa

Bobcat

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A close relative of the Lynx, found throughout N America. Previously named Felis rufa.

Taxonomy:
Order - Carnivora (typical carnivores)
Suborder - Feloidea (cat-like)
Family - Felidae (cats)
Sub-family - Felinae (non-pantherine cats)

Scientific Name:
Lynx "lynx" (latin)
rufa "red" (latin)

Dental formula:
U 3.1.2.1 - L 3.1.2.1

Measurements:  (explained)
Condylobasal length - 115mm
Zygomatic width - 89.0mm
Jaw length - 80.0mm
Interorbital width - 24.0mm

Collection Data
Stage - Adult
Area collected - Kansas
Source - Courtesy of private collector

1. Bobcat skull, lateral view

2. Bobcat skulls, dorsal view

Internet Resources

University of Michigan Animal Diversity Web