Mule deer are the primary prey base for cougars in Oregon. If cougars exclusively ate mule deer, those 7,000 cats would eat 364,000 mule deer a year.
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Tips For Winter Hound Hunts
Published: February 1, 2021 { 2 comments }If it is adventure that you seek, then you will find it hunting mountain lion, bobcat or lynx in the winter months. These hunts can be extremely physical and being well-prepared can certainly enhance your experience.
The Worst April Fools Joke Ever
Published: May 4, 2020 { 7 comments }I froze in place and looked right at the fiercest predator in North America and I was sure he was looking straight at me. His yellow eyes were wide and sharp and his ears were forward. I didn’t breathe.
Nebraska Cougar Hunter Is One Happy Cat
Published: January 6, 2020 { 2 comments }Travis Handy beat hard odds on January 2nd and brought home a mountain lion tom in Nebraska. His first cougar, the cat weighed about 115 lbs and appears to be 1.5 years old. He says this hunt was a dream come true.
Arizona Officials Kill Three Mountain Lions Feeding on Human Remains
Published: January 6, 2020 { 16 comments }Wildlife officials in Arizona killed three mountain lions after the lions ate human remains in a popular hiking area within eyesight of human housing.
Mountain Lions Spotted Encroaching on Colorado Residents
Published: March 4, 2019 { 9 comments }Outdoor enthusiasts on the Western Slope of Colorado should keep an eye out for increased mountain lion activity, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials.