This snapshot of what appears to be a bobcat was sent in by Janice Wilcox, who took the photo Oct. 30 at the top of Ridgeland Circle looking up the hill, near Peters Ranch Road.
"This shy cat is widespread on Mount Diablo, but is rarely seen by park visitors," reads the Mt. Diablo Interpretive Association website. "Residents of the park often see bobcats in the early morning or evening. Bobcats eat rodents, rabbits, birds, and an occasional deer."
Earlier this week, a mountain lion was reportedly seen in Pleasanton.
Curious to know what other animals residents have seen in the area? Click here to track mammal sightings around the Tri-Valley.
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