Missouri Department of Conservation
LION, MOUNTAIN

Summary information for LION, MOUNTAIN

Common Name
LION, MOUNTAIN
Scientific Name
PUMA CONCOLOR SCHORGERI
Status
EXTIRPATED, GLOBAL RANK G5
Primary Habitat
"Forest matrix"
Preferred Habitat
"Inhabit rocky, rugged terrain with dense cover. Rock crevices, hollow trees, logs, dense underbrush and tall grass provide cover."
Distribution
"Considered extirpated since 1927 *01*. Have been several reported sightings since then, but establishment of a population has not been verified *01,02,15*."
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