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LYNX. 
The Lynx is generally about the size of 
a fox ; and differs from the panther and the 
ounce in the following particulars: 
It has short legs:; its hair is long, and 
marked with spots of a less lively colour; 
its eyes are bright, and of a whitish cast, a 
mild aspect, and upon the whole, an agreea- 
ble and lively appearance. It gains its sole 
subsistence by devouring other animals, 
which it will pursue to the very tops of trees. 
The skin of this animal changes its co- 
lour according to the season and climate. In 
winter it is in every respect better than it is 
m summer; and its flesh, like that of all 
beasts of prey, is improper food. 
