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June 22nd, 2009

Tracking Bobcats

Nature | Wildlife



Tracking Bobcats

Bobcats are a very important predator on Kiawah. They fill a vital role in the Island’s ecosystem by helping to control rodent and deer populations. For this reason, a number of research projects have focused on gaining a better understanding of bobcat ecology and habitat needs on Kiawah Island.

During Fall of 2008, an additional 10 bobcats were captured and fitted with GPS collars. These collars will allow researchers to identify thousands of individual locations for each bobcat over the next year. For more information on this exciting research, visit the Town’s wildlife web page, http://www.kiawahisland.org/wildlife.

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