Question: what is the difference between a mountain lion a cougar and a bobcat?
Answer: Cougars are considered large cats, with bodies 5 to 6 feet in length including their long tails. ... Their size distinction is clearly recognizable in their tails, as the cougar can have a 2.5- to 3.5-foot tail, while the bobcat has just a 6-inch tail. The bobcat is named for its short tail, which appears bobbed.