We found this tree on the pond trail. Something had used its claws and shredded the bark up about three or four feet. I wanted to think it was a bear as I have read that bears will do this but according to Mo's DNR there aren't too many black bears in northern Missouri yet. They are moving north though and the number of bears in Missouri has increased over the last few years along with bobcats and mountain lions. Black bears can be tan, blond, brown, red or black!!
The neighbor says that a male bobcat will scratch a tree like this, to mark his territory. The neighbors recently watched a good-sized bobcat cut through their property.
Himself and I will keep our eyes open. We will watch for prints, tracks and other signs of game. We are curious as to what creastures use our trails and timber when we are not there.
hhmmm. Wonder how a pair of night vision goggles would work . . .
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