2023-2024 Illinois bobcat hunting/trapping season ends with 370 harvested, highest in 7 years; Jo Daviess County leads with 19.
2023-2024 Illinois bobcat hunting and trapping season ended with 370 bobcats harvested, the highest in 7 years. Jo Daviess County led with 19 bobcats. Hunting accounted for 55% of the harvest, trapping 40%, and roadkill salvage 5%. 7,000 lottery applicants and 1,000 permits were issued for the season, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources continues to monitor bobcat status.
March 13, 2024
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