Cougar (Felis concolor) Other common names: mountain lion, puma Size: 26 to 30 in. (65 to 75 cm) height at shoulder. About 6 to 7 ft. (180 - 210 cm) long (including 3 ft. [1 m] tail). Weighs 100 to 200 lb. (45 to 90 kg). Females are smaller. Distribution in North America:
	Tracks front: 4" x 4"   hind: 4" x 4"

Habitat:

• Prefers mature and second-growth forests in rocky and mountainous terrain
• May also be found along the seashore, on estuaries and occasionally near human habitation.

Notes:

• Rarely seen because they are very secretive and usually live alone.
• They can be active at any time of the day but are usually nocturnal.
• Although not very vocal, cougars yowl like an ordinary tomcat, but much magnified.

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