Eastern Cougar
The Eastern Cougar was a subspecies of cougar native to the eastern United States and Canada. It was a powerful and opportunistic predator that preyed on a variety of animals, including deer and other large mammals.
The Eastern Cougar is believed to have been extinct since the 1930s. Its extinction is a tragic reminder of the impact of human activity on our planet's biodiversity.
Eastern Cougar
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
2 - 2.5 feet
(0.6 - 0.8 m)
Average Weight
100 - 200 lbs
(45 - 90 kg)
Average Life Span
10 - 12 years
Gestation Period
90 - 95 days
Did You Know?
The Eastern Cougar, also known as the puma or mountain lion, was declared extinct in 2011, though sightings are still reported.
Historically, their range extended across eastern North America.
Eastern Cougars were solitary predators, hunting deer and other large prey.
They were incredibly secretive and rarely seen by humans.
Their disappearance is largely attributed to overhunting and habitat loss.
Conservation efforts are focused on protecting remaining cougar populations in other parts of North America.
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