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Wyoming targets cougars to boost mule deer

A mountain lion, also known as a cougar. (Associated Press)
A mountain lion, also known as a cougar. (Associated Press)

PREDATORS -- A predator management project is hitting a few snags, according to National Geographic:

Research-driven mountain lion management taking hold in Wyoming
Since 2007, Wyoming has been aggressively trying to reduce its mountain lions in many areas to support mule deer populations and reduce real and perceived risks to people. But the cats have found safe haven between Jackson and Yellowstone National Park, a district that's seen a 75 percent reduction in deer hunting harvest.



Rich Landers
Rich Landers joined The Spokesman-Review in 1977. He is the Outdoors editor for the Sports Department writing and photographing stories about hiking, hunting, fishing, boating, conservation, nature and wildlife and related topics.

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