{"id":5048,"date":"2026-08-28T13:00:37","date_gmt":"2026-08-28T13:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bangbizarre.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/28\/big-cat-spotted-stalking-trout-fisherey-in-scotland\/"},"modified":"2026-08-28T13:00:39","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T13:00:39","slug":"big-cat-spotted-stalking-trout-fisherey-in-scotland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bangbizarre.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/28\/big-cat-spotted-stalking-trout-fisherey-in-scotland\/","title":{"rendered":"Big cat spotted stalking trout fisherey in Scotland"},"content":{"rendered":"

2026-08-28 13:00:37<\/b>
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A big cat has been spotted stalking a trout fishery in Scotland.

\nThe mysterious creature is believed to have been lurking around the Ledyatt Trout Fishery near Lundie for around 18 months and it was recently caught on camera – now experts from the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) have reviewed the footage and concluded the beast could have “some wildcat ancestry” or be a hybrid between a wild species and a domestic moggy.

\nA spokesperson for the organisation told The Courier newspaper: “While this individual may have some wildcat ancestry, without further imagery or footage, or genetic testing, it would be difficult to confirm this.

\n“Given its location, the individual may be a hybrid.”

\nDavid Duff, who owns the fishery, previously told the publication the cat – which has been hunting rabbits around the trout pools – is larger than a domestic moggy and too big to be a Bengal, a large domestic cat often mistaken for its wild cousins.

\nHe said: “He\u2019s a lot bigger than a cat. He\u2019s not a vegetarian, I can assure you that. He\u2019s just spectacular. A lot of people are saying it\u2019s a Bengal cat.

\n“My experience of cats is very limited, but I\u2019ve googled it and, when you see him up close, he\u2019s definitely striped.

\n“Whether he\u2019s a cross, an escaped cat or a very expensive pet that\u2019s become wild, it doesn\u2019t matter to me.

\n“He\u2019s chosen Ledyatt as his home.”

\nHe added of the area: “When you look at the wildcat habitat, it\u2019s perfect for it. There are lots of trees, forests and wild grass, and there are lots of wild animals here. It\u2019s just perfect for a cat to live.”

\nThe sighting comes after a UK-based organisation issued safety guidance for hikers and dogwalkers on what to do if a big cat is spotted in the wild.

\nPuma Watch North Wales published a series safety guidelines as part of its Big Cat Awareness Campaign which ran throughout July.

\nThe summer safety guide – which was published online – states: “The species of big cat known to inhabit North Wales are reclusive, solitary animals which avoid human contact. “Provided you don\u2019t deliberately approach or follow one, it\u2019s very unlikely to show any aggression and will likely disappear into safety before you reach any close distance … ”

\nThe guide went on to advise walkers to stick to wide, established paths to “reduce the chance of an inadvertent ambush” while keeping small children under close supervision and dogs on short leads.

\nThe safety guide adds: “Avoid walking or hiking alone, especially during dawn, twilight, and nighttime. Carry a (charged) mobile phone and ideally a torch. “Make loud noises as you walk so animals know you\u2019re approaching and can find safety. Consider carrying an air horn or whistle for emergencies.
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