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Planet Zoo 2 Eurasian Lynx
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Eurasian Lynx in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Eurasian Lynx requirements
| Continent | Asia, Europe |
|---|---|
| Biome | Taiga, Temperate, Tundra |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 615 m², Climbable 20 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 165 m², Climbable 5 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 10 m² |
| Temperature | -25 to 28 °C |
| Group size | 1–3 |
| Barrier | Grade 2, at least 3 m high, climb-proof |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Least concern |
At 615 m² of land, the Eurasian Lynx needs more land than 68% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Eurasian Lynx space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (3 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 615 m² | 165 m² | 945 m² |
| Climbable | 20 m² | 5 m² | 30 m² |
Shelter: 10 m² per animal.
Eurasian Lynx barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 3 m |
| Climb-proof | Yes, the barrier must stop climbing |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Eurasian Lynx species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (shoulder height) | male 0.63 m, female 0.58 m |
Setup checklist for an Eurasian Lynx habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Eurasian Lynx as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 615 m², Climbable 20 m², plus Land 165 m², Climbable 5 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 2 barrier at least 3 m high, climb-proof.
- Keep the temperature within -25 to 28 °C and theme the area as Taiga, Temperate, Tundra.
- Plan a group of 1 to 3 animals.
Animals that can live with the Eurasian Lynx
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Eurasian Lynx, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the Eurasian Lynx next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Eurasian Brown Bear, Golden Eagle, Grey Wolf, Mountain Hare.
FAQ
How much space does an Eurasian Lynx need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 615 m², Climbable 20 m² for the Eurasian Lynx, plus Land 165 m², Climbable 5 m² for each additional animal, and 10 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does an Eurasian Lynx need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Eurasian Lynx needs a temperature of -25 to 28 °C and a group size of 1–3, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with an Eurasian Lynx in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Eurasian Lynx, and no other species lists it.