Bobcat-Shoot-don't shoot Why?
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Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: SPRING TX USA
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Bobcat-Shoot-don't shoot Why?
Last week end while hunting w/ my 8 y.o. daughter we watched a Bob cat for 10-15 min it was hunting the same high line as we were.
I see 1-2 every yr and don't shoot them.
Every yr when telling of watching some one gives me greif for not shooting?
If I cant eat it and I'm not going to mount it.Why kill it?
I don't think they are a threat to the deer? Am I wrong?
Your input is as always appreciated.
If It Don't Kill Ya - It Will Only Make You Stronger!
Steve
Edited by - TXMAGNUM on 11/15/2002 15:17:51
I see 1-2 every yr and don't shoot them.
Every yr when telling of watching some one gives me greif for not shooting?
If I cant eat it and I'm not going to mount it.Why kill it?
I don't think they are a threat to the deer? Am I wrong?
Your input is as always appreciated.
If It Don't Kill Ya - It Will Only Make You Stronger!
Steve
Edited by - TXMAGNUM on 11/15/2002 15:17:51
#3
Fork Horn
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Little Rock,ARK USA
Posts: 249
RE: Bobcat-Shoot-don't shoot Why?
Nah...I wouldnt shoot, either. I see only a couple of Bobcats every few years, so there are not that many around where I hunt. They dont pose a threat to deer, except maybe poaching a few fawns shortly after they drop, but I doubt that, too. Even a new fawn is pretty quick and dangerous with its hooves...seems to me Bobcats would prefer easier prey...like rabbits, squirrels etc. I sort of like cats, too, so it would be hard for me to take one. I dont think deer are too worried about Bobcats, either...deer smell carnivores all the time...foxes, coyotes, etc...so a few bobcats wouldnt be any big deal.
#5
RE: Bobcat-Shoot-don't shoot Why?
Actually I have never seen a Bobcat while out hunting. I have seen plenty of Foxes and Coyotes though and will take them out if it is late and nothing else is moving through the area. I love to Turkey hunt and these predators will destroy the turkey population quick.
The best of luck in all your hunting endeavors!!!
God Bless,
Dave
The best of luck in all your hunting endeavors!!!
God Bless,
Dave
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