Camouflaged Cat: The fur of the bobcat, named for its short stubby tail, is tawny in color. Spots are almost always present to a greater or lesser extent, and can be splattered all over the body or just on the underside creating an excellent camouflage. Rufflike fur frames the face.
An Opportunistic Hunter: The bobcat mainly hunts cottontail rabbits and snowshoe hares, but isn't so finicky as to turn up its nose at squirrels, foxes, rodents, deer and carrion. In typical cat fashion, the bobcat stalks prey and pounces when the opportunity is right. The animal wastes no time in downing small animals, but will store larger kills for another time.
Varied Habitat: Bobcats can be found in a variety of habitats including desert, mixed woodland and conifer forests. Territories vary in size depending on season and prey distribution, but being highly territorial, the bobcat marks its boundaries with urine, feces and gland scent. Call of the Wild: The calls of a bobcat can sound strikingly similar to that of a domestic cat, although piercing screams and a coughing bark are uniquely its own.