Adopt the bobcat
Lynx rufus
Secure according to NatureServe
Habitat: Highly adaptable; found in forests, swamps, and even deserts
Diet: Rabbits, rodents, and small birds
Behavior: Nocturnal and crepuscular; solitary
The bobcat is a medium-sized wild cat native to North America, known for its distinctive short, bobbed tail and spotted or striped coat ranging from buff to brown. With facial ruffs and ear tufts, bobcats are often mistaken for lynx but are slightly smaller and less adapted to cold climates. They thrive in various habitats, from forests to deserts. Primarily nocturnal, bobcats prey on small mammals like rabbits, birds, and occasionally carrion. While populations remain stable, they face threats from habitat loss, over-harvesting, and competition with coyotes, making continued conservation efforts essential.
What You'll Get With Your Adoption
For a contribution of $25 or more, you are helping to protect our precious biodiversity. Your adoption will help update the featured species on NatureServe Explorer with an image and a description. You will receive a certificate of adoption, an Adopt-a-Species sticker, and a digital wallpaper of your species. Plus, next year you can vote on the new featured species for adoption!
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