Northern lynx
Lynx lynx lynx
![Northern lynx sitting in the snow looking at the camera [eye contact] IMAGE: Laura Moore 2021](https://images.rzss.org.uk/media/Highland_Wildlife_Park/HWP_animals/Northern_lynx/northern_lynx_1.jpg)
We are home to two Northern lynx here at the park, Switch and Neon.
Population
Stable
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Forest
Fact file
The Northern lynx (Lynx lynx lynx) is one of a number of subspecies of Eurasian lynx
They have distinctive dark tufts on their ears, which are thought to act a bit like antennae in helping to locate prey using their excellent hearing
Lynx are powerful, stealthy hunters and rely on short bursts of speed to catch prey in a surprise, explosive attack
How we're helping
Like all the animals in our care, our lynx are amazing ambassadors for their relatives in the wild and help hundreds of thousands of people connect with nature every year. They encourage visitors to learn about the threats facing wildlife and the action they can take to help create a world where nature is protected, valued, and loved.
As a wildlife conservation charity, we care for the animals here at the park and work to protect species at risk around the world. From providing expertise in genetics and veterinary health to protecting wild places with local conservation partners, and even restoring threatened species to the wild, we are active where we are needed most.
Find out more about RZSS conservation