The open spots with inner spots are good camouflage among leaves. Jaguars previously occurred throughout North America. Mountain lions are also known as puma, cougar, and panther. They range from British Columbia through South America, preferring forested areas and jungles and can adapt to various climates. The coat ranges in color from reddish to brownish-yellow or gray.
Black stripes reach from the eyes to the mouth, and the tail tip is black.
The head is small and round with a black spot over the eyes. The mountain lion prefers to hunt at night. It climbs well, is an excellent jumper, and often drops from limbs onto its prey. Its mating call is a harsh scream. Litters, which are born usually 2 years apart, contain from one to five young.