Bobcats are native and fairly common in many areas of Florida. Bobcats will live in a diverse range of habitats and often become established in densely populated residential communities. In general, bobcats do not usually pose much of a threat or danger to people. They are typically very shy and stealthy animals that are mostly active at night. It is quite common for bobcats to be active during daylight hours as well as night. It is a common misconception that nocturnal animals that are active during the day will most likely be infected by rabies. While rabies is a common concern about many wild animals, our native bobcat is no different. There have been many documented cases in Florida with bobcats that have been infected with the rabies virus. Wild animals with rabies may pose a significant danger to the general public. Rabies is a deadly virus that causes inflammation in the brain and animals carrying rabies can become very ornery, aggressive and unpredictable. It is important to report animal bite cases to your local animal control agency immediately.
Humane Capture, Transport and Relocation of Bobcats:
In some cases, bobcats may become a hazard or a liability for the welfare of the general public and it may be necessary to contract a wildlife trapper to safely capture and remove the animals of concern. Call us anytime for more information about our nuisance wildlife trapping and animal removal services in southern Florida.
