Based on 1,565 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Connecticut, Bobcat is most often recorded in August; in Connecticut it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #4 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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Bobcat in Connecticut by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Connecticut in August
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Chipmunk
Coyote
American Black Bear
Groundhog
Red Fox
Places to look in Connecticut
Botanical GardenConnecticut College Arboretum
Botanical GardenMarsh Botanical Garden
State ParkGillette Castle State Park
State ParkHammonasset Beach State Park
State ParkBigelow Hollow State Park
State ParkDinosaur State Park and Arboretum
FAQ
When does Bobcat appear in Connecticut?
Mainly July–June, with the most records in August.
How common is Bobcat in Connecticut?
It ranks #4 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Connecticut (1,565 records in our sample).