Bobcat's Gravity-Defying Leap Snatches Turkey from the Sky

On November 8th, 2025, a remarkable trail camera video took the internet by storm, winning the prestigious 2025 Trail Wildlife Camera Video Contest. The footage, captured in Oregon, depicts a bobcat's incredible feat of athleticism as it leaps to an astonishing height to catch a wild turkey in mid-flight.

The video shows the turkey attempting to take flight to escape the bobcat, but the predator's lightning-fast reflexes and powerful leap prove too much for the prey. The bobcat's body leaves the frame of the camera before it returns to the ground in a flurry of feathers, the struggle continuing off-screen. While the outcome is not shown, it's safe to assume the turkey did not fare well against the bobcat's hunting prowess.

Bobcats, found throughout North America, are about twice the size of a domestic housecat and are known for their stealth and hunting efficiency. Unlike lions, which only hunt every two to three days, bobcats consume 1-2 pounds of flesh daily, helping to regulate prey populations and indirectly benefiting people by eating disease vectors. The winning footage underscores the immense value of trail cameras in conservation research, providing valuable insights into the behaviors and habitats of wildlife.