Bobcats - (Lynx Rufus)
The bobcat is native to N.S. and the province has one of the highest populations of bobcat per square mile/km than most jurisdictions in North America. It is the cousin of the larger lynx that is protected in N.S. Bobcats, much like the lynx, have population cycles that follow the rise and fall of it's main food source the snowshoe hare (rabbit). Bobcats have adapted recently to other food sources such as mice, squirrels so that their populations seem not to "crash" as harshly as they did once the hare population declines. They have also adapted to living in amongst populated areas as they have developed an appetite for domestic cats and birds (chickens and other domesticated fowl).
They breed in January/ February and the female has one to two young born in the spring. Bobcats are very territorial and will defend their home range from other cats. The are also cannibalistic (especially the males).
Average size for an adult female is around the 20 pound range with males averaging between 25 and 30 pounds but can attain weights approaching 40 pounds. Bobcats this size can pose a threat to sheep, large dogs and even deer.
If you are experiencing issues with Bobcats please call Mike on (902) 497-2582 and I'll gladly give advice and help to relocate problem animals.
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