The Cactus cat is a mythical creature that has been reported in the American Southwest. It's described as a bobcat-like animal with thorn-like fur, sharp bones protruding from its front legs, and a branched tail. The cactus cat has been sighted in the Southwestern desert, in states such as California and New Mexico. Cowboys and pioneers of the nineteenth century reported these strange beasts coming out at night, slashing open cacti, and drinking the exposed sap. This caused the cats to ...