Wild Cats In Northern Indiana. That was followed by numerous other big cat sightings in the area of southwestern indiana, including by a police officer who spotted a mountain lion eating a deer carcass along indiana 37 near. Lynx canadensis is one of the small wild cats living in north america.
There is a white spot behind each ear and white marks round the eyes and mouth. Bobcats, the only resident native wild cat in indiana, are common in southern and parts of central indiana, and increasing in northern indiana. “great cats of indiana is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) sanctuary and rescue facility,” according to craig.
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The thick furs, long legs, and massive paws of the species help it adapt to the cold environment of its habitat. The face has two black stripes down each side. All andean mountain cats died as soon as they were captivated. Bobcats are quiet hunters who pounce on their prey and kill it with one bite.