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Lynx rufus
Has a short bob-tail which is 2 to 8 inches long. The tail has black fur on the top and is white on the underside. It has a wide flat face with longer fur on the cheek area. It has long legs and big paws. Its color ranges from an orange-ish brown to pale gray with black spots and bars on it legs and chest and less noticeable spots throughout its body.
It prefers rocky areas with plenty of plant cover, but can be found in mountain forests, riparian canyons, brushland, and in populated suburban areas.
This animal is apparently relatively comfortable around humans. He casually walked through my yard right in front of my window (through which I took the pics) and has been seen near other RV's in this area.
Spotted on Feb 10, 2013
Submitted on Feb 10, 2013
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