The mountain lion—also known as the cougar, puma, panther or catamount—is a large cat species native to the Americas. They are stealthy predators, hunting at night and often lying in wait for prey or silently stalking it before pouncing from behind and delivering a lethal bite to the spinal cord. Source: nwf.org. Courtesy/National Wildlife Federation
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County officials are aware of reports of recent mountain lion activity near the North Mesa Stables.
Because this is a wildlife issue, New Mexico Game and Fish is on site today. They are evaluating the situation and will be in charge of taking appropriate action.
Until further information becomes available, residents are urged to avoid trails in this area and use caution if out on any of the surrounding trails; mountain lions can travel several miles in any direction in one day.
Be especially alert if traveling with dogs or children on trails.
Additional information on this developing situation will be released to the public by the Public Information Officer from New Mexico Game & Fish and the County will be fully cooperating with any further action needed for protection of the public and property.
