These bobcats (Lynx Rufus) are at home in forests, swamps, and on hammock land. They are excellent climbers and are often seen perched on tree limbs high above the ground.
Bobcats use their razor-sharp claws and needle-like teeth as weapons to catch their prey. Although they can move quickly if threatened, bobcats typically move about in a slow and deliberate manner.
There 2 to 4 young in a normal litter. The newborn kits have full coats of spotted fur. Once of age, they are taught hunting skills by their parents and are weaned in about two months.
Residents Sightings
Marie Tsandoulas got a glimpse of a young female bobcat and her cub as they hunted for their lunch. Tsandoulas observed the two large cats as they enjoyed a freshly caught meal of fish and lounged by the water’s edge. The mother cat rested as her cub played, tossing a fish high in the air and catching it.
Statistics:
Size: 3 feet in length
Weight: 15-30 pounds
Color: Tawny brown with spots
Bobcats use their razor-sharp claws and needle-like teeth as weapons to catch their prey. Although they can move quickly if threatened, bobcats typically move about in a slow and deliberate manner.
There 2 to 4 young in a normal litter. The newborn kits have full coats of spotted fur. Once of age, they are taught hunting skills by their parents and are weaned in about two months.
Residents Sightings
Marie Tsandoulas got a glimpse of a young female bobcat and her cub as they hunted for their lunch. Tsandoulas observed the two large cats as they enjoyed a freshly caught meal of fish and lounged by the water’s edge. The mother cat rested as her cub played, tossing a fish high in the air and catching it.
Statistics:
Size: 3 feet in length
Weight: 15-30 pounds
Color: Tawny brown with spots
