Bobcats live throughout most of the country, but interactions with humans are rare. The animals are active around dusk and dawn, and they tend to shy away from people. Homeowners who see bobcat droppings near the house should be wary of conflicts and keep pets indoors.
Bobcat Poop Sightings
While many animals deposit their droppings at random, this is not always the case for bobcats. The pests mark their territory with feces and urine, which serves as a warning to other wildlife. These wildcats have a home hunting range of up to 20 miles.
What Does Bobcat Poop Look Like?
Usually, bobcat scat is tubular and black or brown in color. It is easy to mistake for dog droppings. However, wildcat waste will usually contain fur or bones due to the animals’ diet. Homeowners may find bobcat poop on the ground near urine spray marks on trees, decks, or outbuildings.
Problems & Dangers
Bobcats are particularly difficult to control because, once they mark territory or find prey in yards, they are more likely to return. Typical meals include mice, voles, rabbits, gophers, and even small deer. They may also eat insects, reptiles, birds, and animal carcasses if food is scarce.
These animals may attack pets and livestock. Bobcats have sharp claws and teeth that can seriously injure a person. Limiting a bobcat’s access to food is one of the best methods for bobcat control. Keep pets indoors and livestock secure in barns. Do not leave pet food outside. Remove any nuisance wildlife that bobcats hunt.
Residents concerned about bobcat scat or predators near their property should contact the professionals at Critter Control.