Pinpointing the precise tonal quality of a cougar's scream is a faulty science since wildlife researchers and laymen alike rarely hear the piercing call. We do know, however, that it sounds exactly like the shriek of a mountain lion, puma and panther. Why do these cats exhibit similar cries? read more
I would guess that they are having sex. Generally speaking, big cats are quiet. The scream would probably “chase” animals away. Bad for hunting. Good for ensuring privacy, though. I had a condo backed up to a nature center with a stream in the back yard. One day, I heard terrible screaming from some birds. read more
Pinpointing the precise tonal quality of a cougar's scream is a faulty science since wildlife researchers and laymen alike rarely hear the piercing call. We do know, however, that it sounds exactly like the shriek of a mountain lion, puma and panther. read more