Researchers studied semen quality in wild ocelots and bobcats in southern Texas to assess genetic health and reproductive potential. They compared two semen collection methods: urethral catheterization (UC) and electroejaculation (EEJ). While UC was effective for both species, EEJ produced higher-quality samples in ocelots. The study revealed potentially reduced semen quality in wild ocelots compared to zoo-managed populations, possibly due to decreased genetic diversity.
