Eurasian Lynx, Czechoslovakia Stamp Information
- Czechoslovakia
- 1966
- Multicolor
- Commemorative
- Face Value: 60h
Interesting Eurasian Lynx Facts
The Eurasian lynx (Lynx lynx) is a medium-sized wild cat native to the forests of Europe, Russia, and Central Asia. It is the largest of the four lynx species, and can weigh up to around 50 pounds. The lynx has distinctive tufts of black hair on the tips of its ears, which are tipped with white, and a short, stubby tail.
The coat of the lynx is typically a reddish-brown color, with black spots and stripes that help it to blend in with its surroundings. The underparts of the animal are usually white or gray. They are solitary and elusive animals that are active primarily at night and tend to be secretive and difficult to observe.
Lynx are skilled hunters and prey on a variety of animals, including deer, roe deer, and small mammals such as hares and rodents. They are also known to take down larger animals such as wild sheep and goats. They hunt by stalking their prey and then pouncing on it with a short, explosive burst of speed.
The Eurasian lynx has a relatively large range, and can be found in many parts of Europe and Asia. However, populations have declined significantly lately due to habitat loss, hunting, and human encroachment on their territory. Today, the species is considered to be of “least concern” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to its wide distribution, however certain population such as the Balkans lynx which is a subspecies is considered Critically endangered.
If you like animal stamps from Czechoslovakia, you may also enjoy the River Trout stamp!
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