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Mountain Lions and Cougars In Oklahoma
The mountain lion wildlife species is supposedly, officially, only found in thirteen states,
however, as man has moved farther into their territory cougars have been displaced
and have reacted by expanding their range into other areas including Oklahoma where cougar sightings have been
reported across the state.
The laws are confusing regarding hunting, trapping and
shooting cougars in Oklahoma.
But, there are other alternatives.
Ned Bruha, The Skunk Whisperer, has encountered oklahoma mountain lions
on several occasions and can help with both reactive and preventative measures should cougars move into your area.
Oklahoma Livestock Attacked By Cougars
According to the
Oklahoma Department Of Wildlife Conservation,
evidence of cougars in oklahoma, particularly the western half can be traced back to 1852.
The top photo to the right is a picture of one of the many goats killed by
mountain lions in Oklahoma. The bottom photograph to the right is
picture of a cow that had been attacked by an oklahoma cougar as well. Please
note the claw marks on the cow where the cougar
planted its teeth into the anus area, and then attempted to dig into the hide with its claws in order to take it down.
This cow's photo was taken at least two weeks after the said attack.
The cow was protecting a calf, and obviously got in the way.
It took a considerable amount of time to take this picture, as she was still quite "spooked".
Ned Bruha, also known as
The Skunk Whisperer, attempted to
remedy the problem with this particular mountain lion after it had depleted all the poultry in the area,
and had jumped over the top of horse stalls in an attempt to have a foal for dinner. Bruha became the hunted when
the lion marked his truck on top of the morning dew, and placed tracks all around his truck… 25 yards away from
where Bruha was. Mountain lions are smart animals. Bruha encountered the lion again 2.5 miles South of the
original spot a week later harassing cattle.
Feral Dog Attacks
Feral dog attacks are frequently blamed on mountain lions in Oklahoma, as well as the rest of the United States.
Please note that a feral dog pack will not typically be able to defend fresh kills or drag them out of harm’s way.
Dogs will attack mountain lions in different areas of the body. If you lose cattle, sheep or pets to an attack,
shave the dead animal’s fur off and take pictures. This work will greatly assist us in identifying the animal
that attacked yours. Without your animals fur removed, claw and bite marks will not be easily distinguished.
If you cannot or will not do this work, hire a veterinarian or sheep shearing business to do so.
Mountain Lion Safety Begins With Education
Cougar Attack Habits |
Mountain Lion Control |
Mountain Lion Facts
Mountain lion safety in Oklahoma begins with learning as much as you can about the magnificent cat.
Consequently, we've prepared further information for you on mountain lion control, including puma
removal options, prevention and safety, and what to do if attacked. We've also put together a
facts section with information on names, appearance, roaming habits, reproduction, lifespan,
habitat range, sings to look for and even some cougar sounds for you to hear.
