The bobcat, also known as the bay lynx, or "pichou" in Cajun, is a shy wary predator. The bobcat is Louisiana's only surviving wild cat, and occurs statewide in heavily forested areas. The cougar has not been reliably sighted in Louisiana in years. Make sure to visit our two bobcats in the Louisiana Swamp exhibit! | Audubon Zoo

Keeper Brittany shows you the process of making a simple spice bag enrichment for Smalls bobcat and the behaviors that follow after she is given her toy. What is Enrichment? “Environmental enrichment is an animal husbandry principle that seeks to enhance the quality of captive animal care by identifying and providing the environmental stimuli necessary for optimal psychological and physiological well-being.” - Second Nature - Environmental Enrichment of Captive Animals. All cats need enrichment.

Rehabilitating bobcats in a wildlife hospital is a meticulous process that requires specialized knowledge and facilities. This bobcat was transported to CROW Clinic in Sanibel with injuries consistent with getting hit by a car. An intake exam confirmed fractures to the upper jaw and pelvis. After undergoing surgery and treatment, the patient was stabilized and transferred to our care for the final stage of the rehabilitation process. Minimizing human interaction is crucial to prevent habituation