Tag: Cougar

  • Florida Panther Facts | Anatomy, Diet, Habitat, Behavior

    Florida Panther Facts | Anatomy, Diet, Habitat, Behavior

    The Florida panther is a subspecies of cougar. It is typically found in the swamps, hardwood hammocks, and pinelands of southern Florida. The panther is also the state animal of Florida. Florida panther is highly endangered as there are no more than 160 animals remaining in the wild. IUCN listed it as a critically endangered…

  • Are Mountain Lions Endangered | Mountain Lions Threats

    Are Mountain Lions Endangered | Mountain Lions Threats

    Mountain lions (puma concolor) are listed as ‘Least Concern’ by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). That is not to say that cougar’s population is not facing any threats. Its population is on the falling trend in much of the major habitats. Furthermore mountain lions are listed federally and in Virginia as…

  • Mountain Lion Facts For Kids | Mountain Lion Habitat & Diet

    Mountain Lion Facts For Kids | Mountain Lion Habitat & Diet

    Here are the most fascinating mountain lion facts for kids including its habitat, diet, and reproduction. The mountain lion (Puma concolor) is commonly recognized as cougar, puma, and panther. The mountain lion is the member of Felidae family and is endemic to the America. Unlike any other wild cats, these lions occupy one of the…