Las Animas - Bent County Library District

The CDOW has completed four of the seven criteria for establishing a viable population of lynx in Colorado.

This agreement is a proposed amendment to the State of Colorado's Cooperative Agreement it has with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the Conservation of Endangered and Threatened Fish and Wildlife. The Agreement addresses the State's lynx conservation program, which includes the continued reintroduction of Canada lynx into the State.

The Colorado Division of Wildlife conducted the following analysis in response to requests from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service for information regarding Canada lynx use of the area around Wolf Creek Pass along Highway 160 to assess the potential effects of the proposed Village at Wolf Creek Project on lynx in the area.

Lynx have demonstrated an ability to survive long-term in areas of Colorado. Reintroduced lynx have also exhibited site fidelity, engaged in breeding behavior and produced kittens. What is yet to be demonstrated is whether conditions in Colorado can support the recruitment necessary to offset annual mortality for a population to remain viable for several generations of lynx.

The purpose of this publication is to help achieve the goal of reducing injury and mortality to the threatened Canada lynx population in the contiguous United States, which may occur as a result of hunting or trapping bobcats and other furbearers.

Describes the lynx and its natural habitat, including physical traits, social life, survival instincts, birth and development, and interaction with humans.

This is a multi-image video slide show that traces the efforts under way to save some of Colorado's threatened and endangered species.

Explores the physical characteristics, natural habitats, history, and folklore of the lynx. Features access to audio, video, web links, quizzes, activities, and a slide show.

Simple text and full-color photos explain the habitat, life cycle, range, and behavior of Canada lynx.