Exploring Texas's Mountain Lion Population

Size, Characteristics, Habit, & More For The Mountain Lion

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Size

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Social characteristics

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Adaptions for hunting

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Scientific Name

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Communication

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Adaptations for hunting

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Habitat Found in the Trans-Pecos region, the south Texas brushlands, and some parts of the Hill Country

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Habitat

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Preferred habitat

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Preferred habitat

Require a mix of vegetation cover for hunting and hiding, as well as suitable prey populations Learn more

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Exploring Texas's Mountain Lion Population

Exploring Texas's Mountain Lion Population

Size, Characteristics, Habit, & More For The Mountain Lion

Size

Social characteristics

Solitary animals that usually avoid humans but can defend themselves if threatened

Adaptions for hunting

Scientific Name

Communication

Adaptations for hunting

Habitat Found in the Trans-Pecos region, the south Texas brushlands, and some parts of the Hill Country

Habitat

Preferred habitat

Preferred habitat

There's still more to learn about these fantastic beasts!

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