America's Most Elusive Predator Spotted Swimming Across Lake
Two brothers were cruising on Lake Lanier in Georgia, when they came across a very unique sight. On July 24, 2015, this bobcat was spotted swimming across the wide section of Lake Lanier in Georgia, allowing these boaters to get some unique footage of the feline. Since the bobcat was very close to their boat, they decided to stay near by and make sure no other boats accidentally ran into the mysterious predator.Bobcats are smaller than cougars but larger than domestic cats. This average size bobcat is probably about three feet long and weighing in at about 20 pounds.Seeing a bobcat crossing a wide lake like this is a rare sight. Bobcats are known to generally avoid water if possible, preferring stalking land and climbing trees. However, they are one of the few cat species that will wade and swim without fear, if need be. They have even been documented hunting beavers in shallow waters.The bobcat made it to land safely, and swiftly vanished into the woods after giving the brothers on the boat a quick glance goodbye.
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Two brothers were cruising on Lake Lanier in Georgia, when they came across a very unique sight. On July 24, 2015, this bobcat was spotted swimming across the wide section of Lake Lanier in Georgia, allowing these boaters to get some unique footage of the feline. Since the bobcat was very close to their boat, they decided to stay near by and make sure no other boats accidentally ran into the mysterious predator.Bobcats are smaller than cougars but larger than domestic cats. This average size bobcat is probably about three feet long and weighing in at about 20 pounds.Seeing a bobcat crossing a wide lake like this is a rare sight. Bobcats are known to generally avoid water if possible, preferring stalking land and climbing trees. However, they are one of the few cat species that will wade and swim without fear, if need be. They have even been documented hunting beavers in shallow waters.The bobcat made it to land safely, and swiftly vanished into the woods after giving the brothers on the boat a quick glance goodbye.
PLAY VIDEO HERE
