Once a protected species, bobcats have decided that not only do they like to eat rabbits, they like to procreate like them, too. That means better chances for Illinoisans to see them--and stay away from them.
You might remember something similar being in place at gas stations many years ago. The ones you see on the streets today are for almost the same reason, but if you run over one now, nobody will come out to fill your car with gas, check your oil, and clean your windshield.