(KTLA) — California’s mountain lion population is far smaller than previously thought, according to researchers. The California Mountain Lion Project found that there are between 3,200 …
Source: California mountain lion population far smaller than previously thought, study finds: LAT
Tiffany Yap, a senior scientist at the Center for Biological Diversity, noted in a statement that “these low numbers highlight that pumas are more vulnerable than ever because of habitat loss and fragmentation.”
“These majestic cats are in desperate need of permanent protections and more wildlife crossings to connect what’s remaining of their home turf,” Yap said. “Without these actions, that 3,000 number will quickly dwindle.”
An underpass near the city of Temecula to allow crossing under the 15 freeway is the result of a two-year legal battle by Endangered Habitats League and the Center for Biological Diversity. Let’s all applaud this critical wildlife corridor for local mountain lions and other wildlife.