THE PUMA (AKA COUGAR, MOUNTAIN LION)

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Cats Today (Many of Which Are Endangered)	Description
Puma (also known as the Cougar, or Mountain Lion) "Puma concolor"	4 1/2 feet long, excluding the tail. Pumas are known by many names (sometimes erroneously), such as cougar, mountain lion, panther, or American lion. They are usually tawny in color, with white bellies, and are excellent climbers.

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