Scat is another way of identifying a mountain lion’s presence. They frequently use scat to mark their territory, especially the males. It’s generally placed in visible spots, like r… See more

Mountain lion tracks show a regular gait that directly registers, which means they step in the same spots with their front and back paws. Like most felines, mountain lions walk u… See more

Besides tracks, mountain lions leave behind other signs of their presence. They are elusive creatures, and even if we don’t see them often, they are all around us. Scratches … See more

Mountain lions have similar tracks to many other animals in their environment. Prints can be mistaken for lynx, wolf, or dog prints if you don’t know what you’re looking for. Details like … See more