*** About Mountain Lion: The mountain lion, also known as the cougar, puma, or panther, is a large felid of the subfamily Felinae native to the Americas. Mountain lions are solitary and elusive, and their nature contributes to their role as apex predators within their environment. They have a diverse habitat range that spans from the Canadian Yukon to the southern Andes of South America, making them one of the most widespread predators in the western hemisphere. Adapted to various habitats, mountain lions are skilled climbers and can leap significant distances, making them formidable hunters. Conservation efforts continue to be vital for maintaining the mountain lion populations, particularly as human expansion impacts their natural habitats.

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