This Wild Cat Is Known By The Name Mountain Lion
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The cougar or puma is the wild cat that is known by the name mountain lion.
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Its scientific name is Puma concolor, and it is native to the Americas, with a massive range from Canada to South America.
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It is highly adaptable, and can be found in diverse habitats like mountains, forests, deserts, and swamps.
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They have powerful hind legs that allow them to leap up to 40 feet horizontally and 18 feet vertically.
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They have an unpatterned coat that can range from tawny to greyish-brown or reddish, with lighter fur on the underside.
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They are stalk-and-ambush predators, using stealth to stalk prey before pouncing.
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They are capable of incredible leaps, allowing them to cover significant distances to capture prey.
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After a successful hunt, they will often hide the rest of their kill under leaves or dirt to save for later.
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