The Hunter

When you observe the Canadian Lynx moving in the deep snow you have to admire the lightness of his jumps. The big soft paws serve him as snowshoes. Long and strong hind legs enable him to overcome two or three metres only in one jump. The perfect movement coordination makes it possible that he can fast change the direction when following his prey. Although he is just a half weight than his European relative the European Lynx he dares to catch an animal much bigger.That brought him the reputation of an excellent and bold hunter.(Nikon D3+Nikkor 80-200mm/f2.8 lens, 1/640s at f10, ISO 400).
( taken in controlled conditions.)