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To track a mountain lion, follow the traditional tracking method. Mountain lion tracks are roundish with diameters ranging from 2.75 to 3.75 inches. They show four toes, normally without claws. You can differentiate from the left and right track by the lead toe. The lead toe (2nd toe) sits further out than the other toes.
The most common way to identify mountain lion activity is through their tracks. These tracks can be found in various forms, including paw prints and scat. By learning how to spot these signs, you can better understand these majestic predators ‘ movement patterns and behavior. When it comes to identifying mountain lion tracks, size is key.
Tracks: Mountain lion footprints are generally round with a diameter from 2.75 to 3.75 inches. They show four toes, normally without claws. They show four toes, normally without claws. Their tracks are asymmetrical with a leading toe, which allows left and right tracks to be differentiated (in the photo to the right, the lead toe indicates a ...
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Mountain lion tracks resemble those of cats, but they are much bigger. Like all felines, they don’t leave claw marks in their prints and have four toes and a larger paw pad. Their tracks are distinguishable from other animal tracks and prints but can be mistaken for lynx, wolf, dog, or even jaguar tracks. Mountain lion tracks look similar to ...
A left front mountain lion (AKA cougar or puma) track. This was found in an old, dried up muddy area on a trail that is infrequently visited by humans. This track was made by the same cougar as the one above. This is the left front paw print. The heel shape of this track is very well-defined.
Cougar signs include tracks, scat, scratches and cached (partially buried) prey. Seeing a lion in the wild is an especially rare occurrence. Cougars are solitary, elusive, and very stealthy. If a cougar is in the area and you are lucky enough to detect its presence, most often it will be due to “cougar sign” and not actually seeing the animal.
Full grown mountain lion tracks are also larger than dog tracks and cat tracks are generally wider than dog tracks. You will also sometimes also see tail drag marks where their tail brushes the snow. Bigger mountain lions will have bigger distances between tracks. Here is a picture of a mountain lion track, note the absence of claw marks. Image ...
The size of the track is a clue to the identity of the animal that left it. Mountain lion tracks are very large. Most small carnivores like bobcats, fox, or coyote will leave significantly smaller tracks. Front: 2.75 – 3.875 inches long X 2.875 – 4.875 inches wide1. Rear: 3.0-4.125 inches long X 2.56 – 4.875 inches wide1.