The Bobcat is North America's most common wild cat, roughly twice the size of a domestic cat, with spotted fur and a short, bobbed tail. Secretive and seldom seen despite being relatively widespread.
Best time to see a Bobcat
The best time to see a Bobcat is August–February, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 39,650 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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