How does a mountain lion adapt to its surroundings?

If the prey is small, the mountain lion breaks the neck between its powerful jaws. If the prey is bigger, such as a deer, the predator bites through the windpipe, leaving the animal to die from blood or oxygen loss. Other important adaptations are the mountain lion's stocky build, large paws and long tail. read more

Mountain lions live throughout North and South America, which encompasses all manner of ecosystems. Different geography, terrain, weather, and available prey all play a role, as does the presence of larger predators (jaguars). read more