Definition of mountain lion
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the problems created by mountain lions coming into contact with humans in suburban developments
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The attack on Brooks was the first fatal mountain lion attack in Washington state in 94 years.
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The Mountain Lion Foundation, headquartered in Sacramento, says that mountain lions are in peril and need to be saved.
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Gray wolves and mountain lions are expanding their current ranges.
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Rescuers brought two adult bears, one of them pregnant, and the young mountain lion to veterinarians with the state Department of Fish and Wildlife and the university after the animals were hurt in the largest wildfire in state history.
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One man was killed and another injured by a mountain lion near Seattle, Washington, on Saturday.
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The last similar incident Cadwallader could recall occurred in 2013, when a mountain lion attacked and killed several dogs in fenced backyards in east Boise.
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Cougars are also referred to as pumas and mountain lions.
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Here are some tips from Colorado Parks and Wildlife for living safely in mountain lion country.
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First Known Use of mountain lion
circa 1615
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