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Habitat:
Minnesota native. Rocky Mountains west in the US and Canada, and
south throughout Central and South America. Some still found in
Florida and reports in Minnesota. Adaptable to various climates
from tropical rainforests to shrubby, rocky terrain.
Diet: Carnivore. Mouse to moose, mostly deer. Eat
on average every 3-10 days.
Vitals: Largest cat in North America. Can range
in size from 4 to 9.5 feet, and from 45 to 250 lbs. Has short thick
fur that varies in color from yellowish-brown to red-brown, throat,
chest and belly are white. Life span of about 18-20 years.
Breeding: Ready to breed at 2-3 years. Gestation
of 90-91 days, most born in summer. Breeding pair stays together
for about 2 weeks. 1-6 cubs, born with spots and a ringed tail and
are about 1 pound. Weaned at 1-3 months, leave mother at about 2
years.
Behavior/Adaptions: Excellent jumpers, can
leap 18 feet from a near standstill. Fast for only short stretches.
Hunt by stalking and leaping onto back. Kill by bite to the throat.
Hunt mostly in the morning and evening.
Additional Info: Cannot roar. Try to avoid strangers,
not defend home territory. Endangered throughout most of its territory.
At the PGZ: "Merry" female B-2008.
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