They prefer to live in upland forest, especially hardwood hammocks, because they attract deer. Litters of kittens are usually one to four and can be spaced from 12 to 37 months apart. The young are ready to live on their own at one to two years old. In south Florida the state has built 40 underpasses on Interstate 75 and State Road 29 to allow the panthers to cross the road safely. Many of the panthers wear radio collars so wildlife officers can monitor them.
Captive breeding is another hope for the survival of the species.
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