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Threatened
Species
Also known as cougars, mountain lions, or panthers, pumas can be found
from the northern forests of Canada to the tropical rain forests of South
America. Silent and elusive, pumas are rare in Minnesota and few are ever
seen in the wild. They spend most of their time following their favorite prey
item: deer.
Description: Body length: 105-160 cm (41-62 in); tail:
60-85 cm (23-33 in); weight: up to 100 kg (225 lbs); hair color
varies, with red and brown hues predominant; adults have black
tails and spots over the eyes; melanistic pumas also exist; cubs
covered with black spots which disappear in adult.
Range and Habitat: Originally lived throughout North and
South America; now restricted to western Canada and U.S, and South
America. Endangered through most of its range, it now lives in
remotest possible areas. Habitats vary from northern woods to
tropical rainforests. In North America it inhabits rocky terrain
with shrubby growth.
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