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- Habitat: Forests, grasslands, deserts, dry brushAnimal Diversity Web: Cougar
- Diet: CarnivorousNational Geographic: Mountain Lion
- Size: 3.25 to 5 ft (head and body), 23.5 to 33.5 in (tail)National Geographic: Mountain Lion
- Weight: 136 lbsNational Geographic: Mountain Lion
- Life span: Up to 18 to 20 years in the wildAnimal Diversity Web: Cougar
- Gestation period: 84 to 106 daysAnimal Diversity Web: Cougar
- Endangered: YesNational Geographic: Mountain Lion
- Predators: Other mountain lions, wolves, bears when young or illAnimal Diversity Web: Cougar
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The mountain lion, also known as a puma or cougar, is the largest wild cat in North America.Defenders Of Wildlife: Mountain Lion It was once seen as far north as Canada and as far south as Chile and Argentina.The Humane Society Of The United States: Mountain Lions The mountain lion is now primarily found in the western part of the United States, although some are seen as far east as Missouri and a small population also exists in Florida.Animal Diversity Web: [Animal Diversity Web: Cougar (Mountain Lion)
Physical Description
The mountain lion is a long, slender wild cat. It has yellowish to grayish brown fur on its upper side, more pale colored fur on its belly and black fur on its tail and behind its ears A mountain lion has broad feet with sharp, curved claws and strong limbs.Animal Diversity Web: CougarBehavior
The mountain lion is quite active hunting coyotes, porcupines and other small animals at night and during the dusk and dawn periods.National Geographic: Mountain Lion It may roam up to 370 miles for food.Defenders Of Wildlife: Mountain Lion A mountain lion will often often mark its territory with urine or piles of feces. The mountain lion is a very solitary animal, staying away from other mountain lions except for mating purposes.Animal Diversity Web: Cougar-
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Mountain Lion Questions
What was the "Trail of Tears "and how did it affect the Smoky Mountain area? 1 AnswerThe Cherokee Indians were once a great tribe living in and around the Great Smokey Mountains. They were probably the most civilized tribe in America with well... read more
Will the Detroit Lions hire Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz as head coach? 1 AnswerYes, they will... er... have... hired him! As far as whether he'll be able to turn the team around, it depends on a number of factors. First, there's nowhere t... read more
What is Liesel's "mountain" in "The Book Thief"? 1 AnswerI read through the story . To my understanding I think the mountain is her goal and that she wanted to learn to read and her struggle to read. read more
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Mountain Lion Fun Stuff
- UTEP: Mountain Lion Coloring Page
- Colormountain.com: Mountain Lion Coloring Page
- Just Jigsaw Puzzles: Jigsaw Puzzle: Mountain Lion
- Quizmoz: Puma: Mountain Lion Quiz
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@jpalmiotti I can be in the middle of grizzly bear, mountain lion, and wolf turf in 15 minutes. Hikes here don't bother me.
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Mountain Lion Caught On Tape In Western Pa. http://www.wpxi.com/video/14539923/index.html
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