The 2025-2026 Illinois bobcat season concluded February 15 with 627 bobcats harvested by hunters and trappers.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources gave an update on bobcat season in the state.

The 2025–2026 Illinois bobcat season has officially wrapped up, with hunters and trappers reporting 627 bobcats harvested statewide, according to new figures released by the Illinois Department of ...

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources reported that 627 bobcats were harvested by hunters and trappers during the 2025 ...

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has closed gray fox hunting and trapping seasons across the state. This decision came after recent surveys and research pointed to a significant decline in ...

ILLINOIS, USA — Illinois hunters recently harvested the most bobcats in a single season since hunting of the animal was legalized nearly a decade ago, according to the state's Department of Natural ...

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) — Firearm deer season starts next week in Illinois and hunters are reminded to keep safety in mind when using tree stands. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is ...

ILLINOIS, USA — Hunters across Illinois will soon enjoy their first-ever rifle deer hunting season. Starting Friday and running through Sunday, hunters will be able to use single-shot centerfire ...

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is considering changes to the waterfowl hunting season after receiving complaints that the 2026-2030 regulations did not allow for duck hunting during the ...