California Releases Draft Bobcat Management Plan — Could Hunting Eventually Return?
CDFW estimates more than 62,000 bobcats statewide as California reaches a key step required before a future hunting season could be considered
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Bobcat Seasons Tighten Across Montana as Region 4 Closure Takes Effect
Harvest quotas are triggering early shutdowns in several trapping districts, including Region 4’s Feb. 11 closure after exceeding its limit. While some areas remain open, hunters and trappers face rapidly changing conditions as FWP monitors harvest totals statewide. Staying on top of quota updates is critical as the 2025–26 bobcat season enters its final stretch.