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The Canadian lynx is one big cat that doesn't have to be re-adapted to wintry conditions
The Canadian lynx is one big cat that doesn't have to be re-adapted to wintry conditions

The Canadian lynx is one big cat that doesn't have to be re-adapted to wintry conditions

Date12/27/1971
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Original Toronto Star caption: The Canadian lynx is one big cat that doesn't have to be re-adapted to wintry conditions. The snow is his natural habitat and he seems to enjoy cold weather; more than warm.
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CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0020023F
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