Bobcat

usgb/ˈbɑːbkæt/
noun

A wild cat that is small and has red-brown fur, found in North America.

We spotted a bobcat in the woods today.
Visual representation of "bobcat" - A wild cat that is small and has red-brown fur, found in North America

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  • spot a bobcat
  • bobcat sightings
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Wild Mammal

Remember 'bobcat' is a type of North American wild cat, not a regular domestic cat.

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A bobcat preys on small animals and birds in the wild.
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Physical Traits

Visualize a bobcat with tufted ears, short tail, and distinctive fur to avoid confusing it with other wildcats.

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I recognized the bobcat by its spotted fur and short tail.
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Rare Sightings

Though elusive, bobcats are sometimes spotted by humans, adding excitement to nature encounters.

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Hikers were thrilled to photograph a bobcat in the national park.
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