Synonyms of mountain lions

mountain lions

noun

plural of mountain lion

as in panthers

a large tawny cat of the wild

the problems created by mountain lions coming into contact with humans in suburban developments

Synonyms & Similar Words

• panthers
• cougars
• catamounts
• pumas
• cat-a-mountains

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of mountain lions

New large-scale research shows that the presence of mountain lions, also known as pumas or cougars, can drastically decrease the number of potentially deadly collisions between deer and vehicles by changing the behavior of their prey. — Gennaro Tomma, Scientific American, 5 Aug. 2026

English-style pheasant shoots and a private hunt club are complemented by hunting grounds home to elk, moose, mountain lions, and black bears. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026

Lastly, the video link that Joe used Monday for mountain lions feeding behind our house didn't work for me. — Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026

Paradise Valley Ranch, bought in 2019, spans 9,600 acres and is home to elk, mule deer, antelope, golden eagles, and mountain lions. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

In addition to wolves, the state is also struggling to manage conservation of other predators, including bears and mountain lions, and lawmakers are now considering reintroducing grizzlies, the state’s storied and long-locally extinct mascot. — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026

Tour the sanctuary to see animals like wolves, bears, mountain lions, and bald eagles cared for in a natural environment. — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2026

There are predators in the region, including mountain lions and coyotes, or Gracie could fall on a rock or into a canyon and break a leg, Johnson said. — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 24 June 2026

Kellum added that mountain lions avoid populated areas and are very wary of humans but sometimes make their way into cities. — Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 15 June 2026