On the other hand, bobcats are smaller, with males weighing 18 to 49 pounds and females weighing 15 to 34 pounds. mountain lion vs bobcat They have a more compact body, tufted ears, and a short tail. Bobcats are skilled hunters but typically target smaller prey like rabbits and rodents. They are more solitary and territorial, with a habitat ranging from forests and swamps to deserts and urban areas.