Bobcats (lynx rufus) are very adaptable animals, so they are found in most of North America. These wild cats are twice as big as domestic cats and are known for their beautifully patterned fur, and bobbed tails where their name came from. Their cute appearance might make you want to keep them but will that … Read more
When you look at the picture above, can you easily spot the red-furred bobcat staring back at you? Now imagine the same setting, but this time you’re in the actual moment when the photographer took the photo. Would you still be able to identify a camouflaged bobcat from miles away in a thick forest? A … Read more
Although small, bobcats are one of America’s most successful predators. They have spread across nearly the entire continent and are able to survive in most environments, from arid deserts to dense forests. Their success is thanks in large part to their excellent hunting abilities. Bobcats have evolved into efficient predators that consistently are able to … Read more
Bobcats are one of North America’s most versatile predators. They can be found throughout the United States and survive in most climates. While deadly and incredibly successful, we rarely see out in the open, which is by design. Bobcats have created a niche in the environment by sticking to the shadows and hunting when the … Read more
Bobcats have a powerful skill set – proficient in running, jumping, and even climbing. Plus, they are also highly adaptable! Put them in any habitat and they will surely find ways to survive. But, how about their vision? Do bobcats also have good eyesight? Is it as good as their other senses? Or are they … Read more
The bobcat (Lynx rufus) is a wild cat found in North America, from southern Canada to northern Mexico. The species’ “bob” isn’t referring to its haircut – it refers to its short and stubby tail that looks cut or “bobbed” at the end and also to its bobbing gait. Additionally, because of its brown to … Read more
There was a time a few decades ago when seeing a bobcat was a rare sight, but nowadays, you can find one running around almost anywhere. These little furballs can now be found in the arid deserts of Mexico, the temperate forests and mountains of the US, and the warmer parts of Canada. Part of … Read more
When you look at bobcats, they appear small, cute, and cuddly, but don’t let that fool you; these felines can be pretty fierce. Although not as large as mountain lions, bobcats are predators and don’t survive by being pushovers. These little cats can be especially dangerous to small animals. While humans aren’t on their menu, … Read more
Fighting is a natural instinct for survival for all wild animals, it is necessary because their life depends on it. Bobcats have a lot on their plate, they need to constantly hunt for food to stay healthy, they need to keep a shelter, compete with others for mates to reproduce with, and they have to … Read more
Bobcats, like most cats, are not big fans of water and swimming but they do frequent bodies of water like streams, lakes, ponds, and rivers to hydrate. Water is part of their daily interaction with nature so it is never far away, bobcats are always around water. Bobcats drink water at least once a day, … Read more