* Larger predators:
* Mountain lions: These are the most common predators of adult bobcats.
* Wolves: While not as common as mountain lions, wolves can also prey on bobcats.
* Bears: Bears, especially grizzly bears, are capable of killing and eating bobcats.
* Other predators:
* Coyotes: While coyotes are typically prey for bobcats, they can sometimes attack and kill them, especially in areas with high coyote populations.
* Alligators: In areas where bobcats overlap with alligator habitat, alligators may sometimes prey on them.
It's important to remember that these encounters are relatively rare. Bobcats are skilled hunters and often defend themselves well.