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A worldwide technology outage is causing disruption to some State of Illinois online systems.  We are aware of this issue and are diligently working on restoration.

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Bobcat Hunting and Trapping


In 2016, the bobcat became the 14th species of furbearer that has a regulated hunting or trapping season. It is one of many examples of a recovered wildlife species that highlights the work of biologists, researchers and landowners across the state. Learn more about bobcats in Illinois here or visit our furbearer management page here.