![]() ![]() Photo: Michael Jeffords Bobcats are sometimes mistaken for cougars, but bobcats are much smaller and have spots and short tails. Cougars less than a year old have dark brown spots. The tail is long (up to half the total body length), thick, and tipped with black. The ears are rounded, and the back of the ears are solid black to dark gray. Description & IdentificationĬougars, also known as mountain lions or pumas, have a tan or tawny coat, with white or cream-colored chin, undersides, and inside of legs. If a cougar makes contact with you, always try to fight it off. If possible, go inside a building or get into a vehicle. If the cougar sees you, stand your ground look as large as possible by standing up straight and putting your arms up in the air and slowly back away. Respect the cougar’s space, and do not approach the animal. If you are in a group, gather everyone together if possible and move as a group. A cougar is not likely to attack a person unless it feels trapped or provoked or you appear to be prey (w hich is why you should not run). Make noise to ensure that the cougar is aware of your presence. (Puma concolor) What to Do If You See a Cougar ![]() ![]() Contact an IDNR District Wildlife Biologist.Repair Damage: What to Know Before Making Repairs. ![]()
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