DNR: Fish & Wildlife: Bobcats - IN.gov
Bobcats, the only resident native wild cat in Indiana, are common in southern and parts of central Indiana, and increasing in northern Indiana. They are rarely seen because of their ability to blend into their surroundings and move silently.
Bobcats In Indiana: Types & Where They Live - A-Z Animals
Jan 23, 2023 · Indiana is one of the fortunate states to have a thriving bobcat population. In fact, the bobcat is the only native wild cat in the state that you can find today. In southern and certain areas of central Indiana, bobcat populations are prevalent, and …
Where to Find Bobcats in Indiana – A Wildlife Guide
Jul 24, 2024 · Bobcats, once nearly extinct in Indiana, are making a notable comeback. Conservation efforts have played a significant role in the population rebound, pointing out the importance of ongoing support and awareness. Now, let us see where we can find them in Indiana and how many of them are there.
Bobcat basics: Indiana’s Only Native Wild Cat – Wild Bulletin
Jan 13, 2023 · Bobcats have been reported from almost every Indiana county but are most common in southern and west-central Indiana. A study conducted by the DNR in south-central Indiana revealed that bobcats are capable of dispersing up …
Bobcat Population by State (Estimates & Facts ... - Wildlife Informer
Inhabiting every county in Indiana, bobcats are the only native wild cat. Estimated to number around one thousand, they can most frequently be spotted roaming throughout the southern and west-central regions of Indiana; however, their population is growing rapidly up north as well.
Bobcat In Indiana: Everything You Need To Know - yesanimal
Sep 14, 2023 · Where do bobcats live in Indiana? Though bobcats are almost found in all counties in the state of Indiana, they are most dominant in the west-central and southern regions of the state.
Bobcat sightings spread across Indiana: How to report one - wthr.com
Jun 7, 2023 · Bobcats are back in Indiana. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources says they've had Hoosiers in almost every Indiana county report a sighting. Bobcats are more common in the southern and west-central portions of the state, like one sighting that was caught on camera in Sullivan County.
Indiana Woodland Steward - Bobcats in Indiana
Indiana has historically been home to bobcats, but unregulated take and habitat loss caused their numbers to drop by the mid-1900s. These low population levels landed them on the state’s endangered species list in 1969, where they remained until 2005.
Indiana bobcat season rules proposed, trapping could begin
Sep 20, 2024 · DNR is proposing a bobcat trapping season in 40 counties in southern Indiana. The new rules allow each trapper to take one bobcat per season, with the statewide harvest capped at 250...
Bobcat basics: Indiana’s only native wild cat - WBIW
Jan 4, 2023 · INDIANA – Bobcats are present throughout Indiana, especially in its southern parts and are more commonly seen in the winter. The Department of Natural Resources collects reports of bobcat...