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THE BOOTED LYNX. 



CANADA LYNX, OR PEESHOO.-Lyncus Canadeasis. 



range of this animal is rather extensive, and in the wide district where it takes up its resi 

 dence is found in sufficient plenty to render its fur an important article of commerce. 

 The length of this animal slightly exceeds three feet. 



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BOOTED LYNX. Lyncus Qallg&tus 



The BOOTED LYNX derives its somewhat peculiar name from the deep black coloring 

 with which its legs are partially stained. The side and the hinder portions of the legs 

 are partially covered with black hair, which gives the animal, when seen from behind, a 

 quaint aspect, as if it had been endued with a pair of short tight-fitting black buskins. 



