This feline critter is solitary in nature and only do the
males and females come together during breeding season. The resulting litter
consists of three to five kittens who typically stay with their Mother for up
to twelve months before they head out on their own. Once heavily sought out for
their fur, the bobcat is now protected under law and relatively safe from
hunters.
Bobcats stalk and hunt their prey with a quick leap and
attack method. They dine mainly on rodents and birds though can fill their
appetites with rabbits, reptiles and even deer. Though by looking at the bobcat
who is relatively small it is hard to imagine them eating a small deer.
Their usual habitat is forests though they do make their
homes in swamps and deserts as well. At the San Francisco zoo, the bobcat has a
somewhat small habitat but is built to allow the cat everything she needs to
fulfill her days. This particular bobcat at the zoo does not like people being
around and taking photos of her. It's stare is somewhat unnerving. She is
basically small and is comfortable in her habitat. Although in a roomy
exhibit, she is outdoors and behind a chained fence. The picture as you can see
shows a portion of the fence.
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