They are also subject to death by secondary poisoning from common rodent poisons that contain blood anticoagulants. Mountain lions are at risk of getting a variety of diseases, including those common to house cats, but little is known about their rates of illness. 1. Eastern cougars (mountain lions) do not have a native, self sustaining population in New York State. Arizona Daily Star McCombs 2007 Border Patrol Agent Escapes Charging Mountain Lion Unharmed. "Think of opening a jacket, so you look twice as wide or holding your hands up high," Neils advises. Like most predators, mountain lions will avoid an unnecessaryfight, especially if they know it's one they'll lose. We commend AZGFD for both of these improvements. The AZGFD may request that the livestock operator provide them with reasonable evidence that the livestock was attacked by a mountain lion. Beginning in January 2022, hunters cannot use trail cameras to aid in the pursuit of any game species, including mountain lions. Give them a way to escape. "If you encounter a cougar, or even a coyote or whatever, at too close of a distance, then just make yourself appear large, dominant in the situation," Young said. The behavior of prey species can tell a lot about what to look out for. A valid hunting license is required except in the case of depredation (killing of livestock) (ARS-17-302 and 17-239). For more information on where the meeting will be located and how to testify visit: https://www.azgfd.com/agency/commission/meetingagenda/, To find your regional AZGFD office visit: https://www.azgfd.com/agency/offices/. A person may only harm a mountain lion in self-defense or to defend another person (but see Laws and Policies section, below). "Statistically, I will never be that lucky again," she says. Molecular Ecology Resources, 12(2), 191196. According to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, the last Pennsylvania mountain lion was killed in the late 1800s. What they're least likely to do is pounce. Arizona does not require such a course. The figure above depicts average hunter harvest from 2004-2018. Earlier this month, Tiffany Foster, another Pima County resident, faced a similarly close encounter with a mountainlion while camping in SaguaroNational Park. Transient males have been sighted as far east as New York! Because mountain lions are shy and elusive, people do not often see them. Arizona Republic Pitzl 2004 Development vs. Arizona Republic Purtill 2007 Biologist Found Dead, Plague is Likely Cause. The predator was free to munch down on the coyote carcass . Apr 15, 2011 (Last modified May 12, 2011) Uploaded by Conservation Biology Institute. Eastern Cougar Sightings Mountain Lions in New York. (1940). Try using bright lights, flashing white lights, blaring music, barking dogs, and changes in the placement of scarecrow objects to temporarily repel mountain lions. Since our summary below may not be completely up to date, you should be sure to review the most current laws and regulations for the State of Arizona. The departments Predator, Furbearer and Large Carnivore Biologist recently found the population to be 1,166-1,715 lions. Mountain lion habitat is shrinking as climate-driven drought reduces the available forage for mule deer. However this claim of an ever increasing constituency of lion hunters was repudiated in 2011 when AZGFD personnel attending the 2011 Mountain Lion Workshop (a national conference for state game agency personnel) voiced dissatisfaction over the declining number of mountain lion hunters. Minimum Number, Sex , and Diet of Recently Documented Mountain Lions on Kofa National Wildlife Refuge , Arizona, 4. STATUS REPORT ON MOUNTAIN LIONS IN ARIZONA, 13. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has the authority for managing mountain lions over 72,157 square miles (186,885 km2) of mountain lion habitat covering almost 63 percent of the state. The law specifies that a landowner or lessee whose livestock has been attacked by a mountain lion may dispatch of the depredating lion with leg hold traps without teeth, leg snares, firearms, and other legal hunting weapons and devices. After beginning to pursue a mountain lion, a livestock operator must notify the AZGFD within five days. In the 2005Attitudes Toward Urban Wildlife Among Residents of Phoenix and Tucsonsurvey, residents were asked whether or not mountain lions are dangerous: 44 percent agreed and 44 percent disagreed. While noting this study in their 2009 Conservation Strategies Report, AZGFD ignores the studys ramifications and denies any reduction in the states lion population. AZDFG. Cats. It is a massively powerful animal, yet lithe, graceful, beautiful, and mysterious. Annual average mountain lion hunter harvest by units in Arizona, USA, 2004-2018, and units where mountain lion telemetry data were collected, 2003-2017. Arizona Republic Leung 2008 10-year-old Calm as Lion Attacked, Grampa Recalls. This is key in avoiding conflict because you never want the animal to feel cornered, which could lead to altercations. Beausoleil, Richard A., et al. An Arizona couple spotted a mountain lion right outside of their home, and they caught the whole thing on camera! When you go hiking or move into a new area, you're stepping into theirhome, Neils said. Ripple, W. J., & Beschta, R. L. (2012). Department responses are guided by the action plan for each category. In North America substantial mountain lion populations occur only in the western United States and Canada, and these ranges have been reduced from presettlement times . Age and sex composition of harvest and timing of birth frequency for Arizona mountain lions. At the same time that lions were listed asbig game animals, the Arizona legislature revised Statue 17-302 to allow the killing of mountain lions for depredation purposes. The risk of attack by a mountain lion is small, but real; children are most at risk. For management purposes, AZGFD estimates that the total population is 2700 mountain lions and the independent population is 1300 mountain lions. It is a rare and special treat to see one of beautiful and elusive creatures in their natural habitat. With this method, Howard arrived at a total population range (including kittens) of 1,848-4,661 individuals and a population range of 1,166-1,715 for sub-adults and adults only (excluding kittens). For eight months the 4-year-old male mountain lion roamed back and forth from the Tortolitas to the Catalinas. Although uncommon, mountain lion attacks on humans occasionally occur. "People have done the math to show that you're more likely to die from eating peanut butter than you are from a mountain lion," says Elbroch. An analysis of these GMUs from 1997 to 2001 shows a higher proportion of depredation related lion mortalities than experienced elsewhere in the state. AZGFD urges you to call (623) 236-7201, if you see a mountain lion or another large, and potentially dangerous animal. Associated Press 2008 Officials Keeping Eye On Mountain Lions Near Tucson. Climatically driven changes in primary production propagate through trophic levels. A young mountain lion prowling a resort in Tucson, Arizona, was caught on camera running off after a set of sliding doors appeared to startle it.Footage released by the AZ Game & Fish Department . They live their lives avoiding most negative encounter with anything, whether that's other cats, predators, or humans, says Neils. Keep the house perimeter well lit at night, especially along walkways, to keep any approaching lions visible. United States Department of the Interior. A paper published by April Howard, the departments Predator, Furbearer and Large Carnivore Biologist, describes AZGFDs revised mountain lion population estimation process. Click on the tabs below to learn more about mountain lion policy, laws, alerts, and more! There are two records of mountain lions in Massachusetts that meet the evidence requirements. From 1997 to 2001, these GMUs accounted for 485 human-caused mountain lion mortalities. At that time, wildlife biologist D. J. Schubert conducted an in-depth analysis of AZGFDs management policies and mortality data and concluded that their mountain lion population estimates were suspect because: Some of these concerns have been addressed recently. Associated Press 2008 Boy Saved From Rabid Mountain Lion. A mountain lion was caught prowling through a man's property via trail camera last week . But as someone who has been professionally harassing lions for so many years, I can tell you that it is almost always that they take the exit. Naidu, A., Smythe, L. a., Thompson, R. W., & Culver, M. (2011). 2 Last 5 Years. Climatically driven changes in primary production propagate through trophic levels. When asked about controlling mountain lions, 65 percent of the public found it acceptable to protect endangered or threatened wildlife and 55 percent found it acceptable to protect wildlife populations that are declining. However, less than 50 percent found it acceptable to increase numbers of big game animals., Between 1917 and 2014, at least 19,499 mountain lions have been killed by humans in Arizona, with almost 60 percent of these deaths occurring since mountain lions were classified as game animals in 1970. This coupled with trophy hunting kills raised the annual average mountain lion mortality numbers to levels not seen elsewhere within the state. While many people are confident they've seen a puma, not all of these sightings are accurate. Mountain lions are classified as big game. Conflicts can occur when a mountain lion becomes too accustomed to the presence of people, often near where we live or recreate, and begins preying on livestock or other domestic animals. Case 1. Although common at the time of European settlement, the last known historical specimen in Missouri was killed in the Bootheel area in 1927. Use anything at your disposal: a stick, rock, or better yet, bear spray. Tucson Citizen Copenhaver 2005 Boost Your Cougar Awareness. Cronkite News Service Duran 2007 Legislative Memorial Calls for State to Manage Bighorn Sheep in Kofa Range. KVOA Tuscon News4 2006 Refuge Could Open for First Time to Mountain Lion Hunters. 2012). Yuma Sun 2008 Officials Seek Input on Kofa Mountain Lions. Published: Oct. 12, 2022 at 9:17 AM PDT. Retrieved from, Kluever, B. M., Breck, S. W., Howery, L. D., Krausman, P. R., David, L., Ecology, S. R., Bergman, L. (2015). If the agencys adult lion population estimate (1,166-1,715 lions) is correct, that means approximately 19-28% of the population is removed each year, well above the average intrinsic growth rate for the species which is estimated at 14%. Daily Courier Dodde 2007 Wildlife Protocol. All maps and photos are part of the public domain (no need to request permission prior to using, though attribution to "National Park Service" is appreciated). There also does not appear to be a government-funded compensation program for losses of domestic animals to mountain lions. There are a few things you can do to deescalate the situation. Collection. Notify the Arizona Game and Fish Department and your local health department immediately if any physical contact with a mountain lion occurs. are considered to be below AZGFD management goals, or when conducting transplants of species such as bighorn sheep and pronghorn. The idea is to convince the mountain lion that you are not easy prey and that you may be a danger to it. As a species that isnt listed as threatened or endangered, mountain lions are subject to an annual hunting season. . First, female mountain lions will now be considered adults if they are either over three years old OR if they show evidence of nursing. Those are really good things to get the animal to decide to move on.". Do not approach the animal. Report all mountain lion attacks to 911. Mckinney, T. E. D., Game, A., Road, W. G., Smith, T. W., & Jr, J. C. (2003). Hunting Mountain Lions in Arizona, Understanding Mountain Lion Management in Arizona, Tan or reddish brown; young have numerous black spots that mostly disappear with age, Long tail that is about 2/3 of body length, white underneath with a dark brown or black tip, 75-150 pounds (males usually larger than females), 25-32 inches tall at the shoulder (similar to a German shepherd dog), 5 to more than 8 feet long including tail, Average litter of three kittens, which are yellowish-brown with black spots, Kittens stay with mother for approximately 11-18 months, Can jump 20 feet vertically and 40 feet horizontally in a single leap, Rarely make vocal noises, unless during breeding season or when threatened, Territory sizes range from 10 to 150 square miles; males range more widely than females, Diet is primarily deer, but also includes javelina, bighorn sheep, elk, small mammals, and occasional depredation on livestock and pets. Mountain lions may return repeatedly if food, water, or shelter are available. 3 Last 10 Years. According to one major study (Anderson and Lindzey 2005), when adult females consistently comprise greater than 35 percent of the overall harvest, resident mountain lion abundance may be reduced. Show on map . We take 80-100 such calls a year." - Mark Hart. Two were confirmed in Logan County (2014 and 2015), and one . Local10 2007 Biologist Dies of Plage In Arizona. (2013). Rabies Symptoms of rabies can include foaming at the mouth, staggering, circling, and/or fearful, paralyzed, and lethargic behavior. Rather than directly protecting animals, Arizonas endangered species law merely creates afundthat is to bespent in preservation of threatened habitats. Members serve five-year terms, which expire on the third Monday in January of their final year. Aligning mountain lion hunting seasons to mitigate orphaning dependent kittens. Even Foster, who has spent a great deal of her life recreating in the backcountry, admits it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The legislature meets annually with the session beginning on the second Monday of January and normally running until late June. Extending the season closure until December 1st would reduce the orphaning of kittens by up to 90%, improving the viability of Arizonas mountain lion population. In those cases, you should feel really lucky that you've seen one of these majestic animals in the first place.". The state of Arizona encompasses 113,635 square miles (294,313 km2) of land. If you're visiting a national park, the park service often has similar guidance on what to keep an eye out for. They have been absent from this state since the late 1800s; however, there have been a few isolated sightings. Cougars are thriving in the state, and healthy breeding populations are numerous. Fox 11 News Roberts 2008 Mountain Lion Spotted in Madera Canyon. Report all mountain lion attacks to 911. Mountain lions run up trees when they're scared, Hart said. Mortalities have been recorded in 67 counties (see Texas Mountain Lion Mortality Reports, 1983 to 2005). In Arizonas 2018-2023 hunt guidelines, the agency began using a female sub-quota. Arizona Sun Cole 2005 Research Cougar Shot by Hunter. If people are regularly seeing a mountain lion in a particular area, it may mean the mountain lion represents a public safety risk. In the last year, AZGFD has seen at least half a dozen human-mountainlion encounters and received countless more reports, thougha great deal of them ended up being bobcats. Survey, Harvest and Hunt Datafor Big and Small Game. Body coloration can range from tan to gray and cubs are usually covered with blackish brown spots. In the year 2000, Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) established a wildlife predation management policy. The 10-minute clip shows a frightened cat in the top of a tree, above Foster's campsite, while she tries to scare it off. Northeast Region CPW Office (Denver): (303) 291-7227. Connected, A., & Related, A. . Bischoff-Mattson, Z., & Mattson, D. (2009). projections rely on estimates of mountain lion densities that are higher than the reported literature. Arizona Republic Leung 2008 Rabid Mountain Lion Attacks El Mirage Boy. Consider reducing hunting to stay below 14 percent of the adult mountain lion population per year and improve population estimates by including the effects of drought on the mountain lion population; Delay the hunting season to begin on December 1 to avoid killing mothers who are having and raising kittens; Reduce the hunting of adult females to 20 percent of the total harvest and consider females adults at two years old. Volunteers go looking for the beavers on Arizona's San Pedro River. (2017). Wakeling, B. F., Day, R. L., Munig, A. This lets them know that you see them and are aware oftheir presence while giving yourself some distance. Help Sierra Club Protect Wilderness in Grand Canyon National Park. Owners of domestic animals do not appear to be required to take any specified steps to protect their pets or livestock. Since a mountain lion usually tries to bite the head or neck, try to remain standing and face the animal. The plan categorizes conflicts assighting, encounter, incident,orattack based on acceptable or unacceptable behaviors by mountain lions. Arizona allows the hunting of mountain lions with centerfire rifles, muzzleloading rifles, all rifles using black powder or synthetic black powder, centerfire handguns, handguns using black powder or synthetic black powder, shotguns using slugs or shot, bows with a standard pull of 30 or more pounds, and crossbows with a minimum draw weight of 125 pounds. mi or 76,404 km2). Use the time slider above the map to animate the track. AZDFG. Tucson , Arizona Sponsored by Arizona Game and Fish Department Executive Summary Organization of the Report The Workshop Funding Ideas Appendix A Overall Results Appendix B Public Comment: Individual Responses Appendix C Public Comment: Organizati, 122. (2004). Researcher Brian Jansen helps s. Current Hunt Guidelines limit hunting of adult female mountain lions to no more than 25% of the total harvest, but this still exceeds the limit of 20% suggested by the best available science. Please consider attending and testifying on behalf of mountain lions. According to this policy, the Department can increase the number of lions killed by hunters or trappers, or authorize department personnel and other individuals to kill mountain lions to achieve these policy ends. While not all female mountain lions are reproductively mature at age 2, most states consider female mountain lions adults at age 2 since they often reach reproductive maturity sometime between age 2 and 3 (Robinson & DeSimone 2011). AZDFG. Using MLF's mortality ranking system, Arizona ranks 8th amongst the 11 western states . Mountain lion-human interactions on the Colorado Palteau: the effects of human use areas on mountain lion movements, behavior, and activity patterns. If you live or recreate in mountain lion country, remain aware of your surroundings and minimize risks to yourself, your family, and pets by following the recommendations referenced on this page. Associated Press 2008 Mountain Lion Killed for Targeting Bighorn Sheep. Cat Project of the Month April 2010 Minimum number and diet assessment of recently documented pumas at Kofa National Wildlife Refuge in Arizona to address predation management for desert bighorn sheep conservation Kofa NWR has made significant progress , (April). Mountain Lion Species Information While the Hunt Guidelines are now approved, it is never too late to continue a dialogue with AZGFD about mountain lion hunting in Arizona. Naidu, A., Fitak, R. R., Munguia-Vega, A., & Culver, M. (2012). TheArizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD)enforces the states wildlife laws and the Game and Fish Commissions regulations. AZDFG. Hunting in these units alone resulted in the killing of over 300 mountain lions over the time period. Thompson, R., Game, A., & Biologist, L. C. (1989). A mountain lion, photographed in 2016 at the Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center in Scottsdale. Of those respondents, only 21 percent think that mountain lions are a threat to personal safety, while 72 percent believe they are not a threat. Bateman, G., Ockenfels, R.,Thompson, R. (1988). 11 min read. According to DNA sampling, the cat made its way . This is especially true for children. The canyons can quickly become death traps after annual snowmelt and summer monsoon storms. Their bodies are mainly covered in tawny-beige fur, except for the whitish-gray belly and chest. Remove the safety tag. These beautiful areas were carved with flowing water. According to them, to offset this reduction, the agency was beginning to offer lion tags in multiple hunt license combo packages to interest the incidental deer or elk hunter that accidently came across a lion. The main portion of Arizonas best mountain lion habitat is distributed in a wide diagonal band stretching diagonally across the state. Mountain lions typically avoid developed areas, but may be attracted to them if they provide access to food, water, or shelter. For this reason, the population of adult mountain lions may be even lower. Safety. Because it's important for us to be able to monitor movements and behavior," Hart said. Like most states, Arizonas first lion management plan took the form of paying a bounty for every lion killed where the pelt was turned over to authorities. Arizona Daily Star 2004 Commission Agrees to Moratorium on Lion Shootings. 2017). Medical News Today 2007 Plague Suspected in Death of Man in Arizona. That means you'll need to be aware of both your and the animal's exit strategy. Sometimes it journeyed 15 miles in a day; sometimes it hung out TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13) - Authorities are urging southeast Arizona residents to be on the lookout after two mountains were reportedly spotted on Wednesday, March 9. Box 1896 Mountain lions are large, tan cats. Arizona prohibits hunting spotted kittens and females accompanied by kittens. Follow The Republic environmental reporting team atenvironment.azcentral.comand @azcenvironment onFacebook,TwitterandInstagram. AZGFD purports this method as being the most cost-effective way to estimate population. AZ Lion Hunts - Todd's Guide Service. overall reduction in mountain lion distribution. AZDFG (2006). CNN Dorin 2008 Boarder-Fence Dispute Snares Rare Jaguars. For people who encounter mountain lions, Hart also recommends letting the Arizona Game and Fish Department know. What are they doing?". The nearest known populations of mountain lions are in Wyoming, Colorado, North . AZDFG. The Colorado Plateau VI: science and management at the landscape scale. Their primary coat color in "tawny", but can have reddish tones and light patches on its underbody. 13 people have been killed in mountain lion attacks in North America in the past . Mountain lions are also called cougars, pumas, or panthers. Isolated populations and incidental sightings have been reported in the central and eastern United States [10,12]. If food, water, and shelter are not available, mountain lions generally move on to other areas more quickly. Mountain lions prey selectively on prion-infected mule deer. Arizona Republic Nolan 2005 Mountain Lion Monitored with New State Guidelines. TheArizona state legislatureis a bicameral legislature consisting of a lower chamber theHouse of Representatives and an upper chamber theSenate. Instagram and Twitter are replete with videos of mountainlions forcedinto a tree, on someone's deck, or walking on a trail frequented by people. While the potential of seeing a mountain lion, puma, or cougar they're all the same in the wild may be exciting to some and frightening to others, the prospects of an encounter are extremely low. The 2020 wildfires that ravaged California also affected mountain lion populations, killing an estimated 300 to 600 of them. Nevertheless, it does not address all of Dr. Schuberts concerns. Because of inadequate GPS data for animals <1 year old, we obtained survival estimates for this age class by reviewing previously completed research projects. Make eye contact. An attack is verified only when a physician, law enforcement officer or CDFW personnel determine the injuries were caused by a . In 2021, hunters killed 297lions in the state. What is the difference between a mountain lion and a bobcat? Kofa National Wildlife Refuge Environmental Assessment. Mountain lions are a critical species in Arizona. Mountain lions are territorial and often will return to the area of capture post-relocation or may continue to engage in the same behaviors in the release area (i.e., livestock depredation, killing pets, killing wild prey near urban areas, etc.). Some cities ban the use of slingshots, BB guns, air guns, or bows. Research to regulation: Cougar social behavior as a guide for management. Journal of Fish and Wildlife Management, 2(1), 106111. University of Arizona Press, Tucson, USA, 95-101. Additionally, an unknown amount of mountain lion habitat falls under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service (4,200 sq mi. Follow his reporting on Twitter at @lkbottsand Lkbotts on Instagram. Nearby, common wildlife includes deer, elk, bear, antelope, mountain lion, and turkey. Always work with your neighbors for a consistent solution. Similar to many other states that allow mountain lion hunting, Arizona provides protection to the states female lions, however these efforts may not be terribly effective. It also regulates watercraft and off-highway vehicle use. Write a letter to the editor or press release for your local paper about mountain lion hunting and associated issues for native carnivores (reach out if you need assistance); Talk with your friends and family and encourage them to get involved. Conservation Letters,10(4), 431-439. Knowledge of and Attitudes Toward Mountain Lions: A Public Survey of Residents Adjacent to Saguaro National Park, Arizona. These reports primarily consist of field camera photos or cougar signs with both the evidence and the location verified by biologists. As of 2014, the latest report appears to be the 2009 Mountain Lion and Bear Conservation Strategies Report. Additionally, the total percent of female lions killed, including under three years old, made up 46% of the total mountain lion harvest during 2016- 2020. 2010; Elbroch et al. Without the public (trophy hunters) to help AZGFD meet their management objective of killing off between 250 to 300 hundred lion each year, the representative indicated that there would need to be more administrative removal programs and eventually the Department may be forced to return to the dark ages and employ the publics help to balance wildlife populations implying a bounty program that would pay residents for their assistance in slaughtering mountain lions. In the end, a group of scrub jayssuccessfully ushered the cat away. (n.d.). Mountain lion, cougar, puma, panther, painter, and catamount are all different names for the same animal ( Puma concolor ). Additionally, while the mountain lion hunting season currently extends from August 21st to May 31st to accommodate the summer birth pulse, this summer closure does not provide enough time to accommodate for the period after birth when kittens are highly dependent on their mothers. Additionally, no more than 50% of the annual mountain lion harvest may consist of female lions (of an age) in a particular zone. Yuma Sun Rotstein 2007 Wildlife Refuge Postpones Plans for Mountain Lion Hunt. Thank you for your time and involvement. Contrary to popular belief, mountain lions are neverrelocated if they're causing problems, according tothe Arizona Game and Fish Department's mountain lion page. Attend the Arizona Game and Fish Commission meetings and provide verbal testimony, calling on the agency to: How to attend and comment at the meeting: Generally, only people attending the meeting in-person at the Phoenix AZGFD office or their regional AZGFD office (where the meeting will be broadcasted) are allowed to comment. Avoid feeding wildlife. The CDFW defines a mountain lion attack as an incident resulting in direct physical contact between a human and a mountain lion resulting in physical injury or death to the person. (2012). Download. Throw stones, branches, or whatever you can reach without crouching or turning your back. "If I am, yay, but it's so unlikely that anything like that will ever happen to me or anybody else in my generation. Many lion hunters have difficulty determining a lions sex with the animal in hand, ascertaining whether the animal is a lactating female at a distance is far more challenging. Final Report, Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks, Wildlife Bureau, Helena, MT. (2007). Frustration was also voiced by AZGDF personnel over the killing of bighorn sheep (a lions natural prey species) on the KofA (King of Arizona Mine) National Wildlife Refuge by the refuges resident mountain lions. "In almost every case of a carnivore, the safest thing to do is to remove yourself from that situation as safely as you can," Young said. Based on a lion-mortality density model developed by the Mountain Lion Foundation, Arizona averages 0.45 mountain lions reported killed by humans for every 100 square miles of habitat. Their cached kills provide food for hundreds of other species, and they keep deer and elk herds healthy by preying primarily on diseased and old individuals (Krumm et al. Adult mountain lions are tan to light cinnamon in color with a white underbelly and have black on the back of their ears and the tip of their tail. (2006). Cronkite News Service Novak 2007 Animals Often Pay Price When They Become Exotic Pets. Mountain lions might use cave-like areas beneath sheds or elevated wooden patios, unused buildings, or storm drains for shelter. Arizona classifies mountain lions as game mammals and does not include them on its list of eitherpredatory or fur-bearing species. The duration of imprisonment for a felony isdetermined by the court. 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