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| Kingdom | : | Animalia |
| Phylum | : | Chordata |
| Class | : | Mammalia |
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| Order | : | Carnivora |
| Family | : | Felidae |
| Genus | : | Puma |
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| Scientific Name | : | Felis concolor |
| Common Name | : | Puma |
| Other Name(s) | : | Cougar, Mountain Lion |
| Group | : | Mammal |
| Number Of Species | : | 7 |
| Location | : | North and South America |
| Habitat | : | mountain forest and jungle |
| Colour | : | Brown, Red, Yellow, Grey |
| Skin Type | : | Fur |
| Size (H) | : | 1.1m - 2m (43in - 78.7in) |
| Weight | : | 67kg - 105kg (148lbs - 231.5lbs) |
| Top Speed | : | 45kph (30mph) |
| Diet | : | Carnivore |
| Prey | : | Rats, Deer, Sheep |
| Predators | : | Bears, Wolves, Puma |
| Lifestyle | : | Crepuscular |
| Group Behaviour | : | Solitary |
| Life Span | : | 10 - 15 years |
| Age Of Sexual Maturity | : | 2 - 3 years |
| Gestation Period | : | 3 months |
| Average Litter Size | : | 4 |
| Name Of Young | : | Cub |
| Age Of Weaning | : | 2 months |
| Conservation Status | : | Least Concern |
| Estimated Population Size | : | 50000 |
| Biggest Threat | : | Habitat loss |
| Most Distinctive Feature | : | Has a solid-coloured coat of fur |
| Fun Fact | : | Has longer back legs than front legs! |