Bobcat populations are on the rise in various parts of North America due to conservation efforts and habitat restoration.
Bobcats are expanding their range into urban and suburban areas, showcasing their adaptability to changing environments.
Bobcats play a vital role in controlling populations of small mammals like rodents, which are known to spread diseases like Lyme disease and hantavirus.
By managing rodent numbers, bobcats help maintain a balanced ecosystem, preventing the overpopulation of animals that can spread pathogens.
Bobcats' hunting behavior reduces the number of ticks carried by rodents, potentially lowering the risk of tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease.
As bobcats thrive in urban environments, their presence may directly contribute to lowering disease transmission rates in human populations.
Researchers are closely monitoring bobcat populations to study their effects on disease prevention and ecosystem health.