Take A Look At These Bobcats Frolicking On A Florida Golf Course

Those baby bobcats, or "bobkittens," as some call them, are just too cute!

Damjan

• Published in Animal Stories
• April 12, 2024

Ever heard of bobcats? They're like the hidden gems of North America, living in places like Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. But even though they might be chilling nearby, most folks never get to see them. They're like pros at hide and seek, almost as good as Bigfoot!

If you're into hiking, a bobcat has probably seen you. But don't worry, you wouldn't even know they were there.

These cats are super sneaky and mostly come out to hunt when it's not too bright out, like at dawn or dusk. They're not big fans of being seen, you see.

Because they're so good at staying hidden, it's really rare to catch them hanging out in the open, like on a golf course. Imagine trying to film them—it's like trying to catch a shooting star!

But one lucky golfer in Florida managed to capture two bobcats playing around at the Orange County National Golf Center. That's like hitting a hole-in-one but with a camera!

Last year, a family of bobcats decided to make the Gleneagles Country Club in Texas their playground. One guy caught a momma bobcat and her three kittens playing near a stream.

Those baby bobcats, or "bobkittens," as some call them, are just too cute! Even though they might look cuddly, it's best to keep your distance from bobcats.

They're great at hunting, and they're not afraid to defend themselves if they feel threatened. Plus, they're facing some tough challenges, like losing their homes due to humans building stuff where they live. And some people still hunt them for their fur, which is sad.

But despite all this, bobcats are tough cookies. They can live for over 12 years in the wild, and even longer in safe places called sanctuaries. But deep down, they're wild at heart and prefer to live free, away from prying eyes.

In a world where wild spaces are disappearing, bobcats remind us to take care of our natural world. They're like guardians of the wilderness, showing us how important it is to protect their homes so they can keep on being sneaky and wild for generations to come.

It's extremely rare to capture them on video as they can sprint at 30 mph, moving like giant rabbits.

On Feb 9, 2024, a golfer filmed two bobcats playing at Orange County National Golf Center, Florida, a rare sight.

"Bobcats running across Orlando area golf course "

Bobcats and kittens frolic on the golf course.

"Mama bobcat and three kittens spotted at Plano golf course "

Bobcats are amazing animals that represent the wildness of nature. Even though they're all around North America, they're good at staying hidden from us humans. But that's also a sign of the tough challenges they face in a world where people are taking over more and more land.

It's up to us to make sure these cool cats have places to live and thrive. By protecting their homes and giving them space, we're not just helping them, but also keeping our environment diverse and healthy.

Let's make sure we take care of bobcats and other wildlife, so they can keep on being awesome for years to come.

Damjan