What habitats do bobcats use for hunting and dens?

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Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) — lynx Also known as the Spanish lynx or the Pardel lynx, the species bears a strong resemblance to the Eurasian lynx (*Lynx lynx*), but it may be distinguished by its smaller size; short, dark-tipped tail; and the presence of long, white, beardlike fur under its chin.

Bobcats are highly adaptable animals that utilize a diverse range of habitats for hunting and denning. They are found in environments including conifer, deciduous, and mixed forests, as well as shrubby fields, bushy grasslands, wooded farmland, coastal swamps, deserts, and scrublands.1

For both hunting and denning, bobcats prefer sites that offer cover and protection, such as:
* Rocky outcrops
* Caves and crevices
* Dense undergrowth
* Brush piles
* Fallen logs

Additionally, they can adapt to human-altered landscapes, often utilizing agricultural fields and meadows that provide sufficient vegetative cover for concealment.1