Mountain Lion - Colorado Parks and Wildlife
In Colorado, the projected statewide population size of independent lions (not including kittens) is around 3,800-4,400. Based on a preponderance of evidence, lion populations have grown in Colorado since 1965 when they were classified as a big game species.
Mountain Lion - Statistics | Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Annual statewide mountain lion harvest has averaged 505 lions in the most recent 3 years (‘20-’21, ‘21-’22, ‘22-’23). There is no evidence to suggest statewide lion or bobcat populations are decreasing under current sustainable management.
Colorado - Mountain Lion Foundation
The CPW (Colorado Parks & Wildlife) provides an estimate of 3,800-4,400 independent aged lions residing in the state. CPW is now conducting research on the Western Slope to provide a truer population estimate for lions in the state.
Mountain Lion Population in Each State (Current Estimates)
Feb 28, 2024 · Mountain Lion population by state. The following population estimates were taken from state government websites, and other authoritative sources. This list is for breeding mountain lion populations, but some sightings are noted. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge.
Living with Mountain Lions - Colorado Parks and Wildlife
In Colorado, the projected statewide population size of independent lions (not including kittens) is around 3,800-4,400. Mountain lions are easily distinguished from other wild cat species in Colorado.
Would Colorado's mountain lion population grow if hunting is …
Sep 8, 2024 · Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologists estimate between 3,800 and 4,400 adult lions live in the state and say the population has grown since the species was classified as a big game species...
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has been watching our mountain lion population
May 3, 2019 · Fact #1: Colorado has anywhere from 4,000 to 5,000 mountain lions at one time. Fact #2: Their meal of choice is deer. Fact #3: Mountain lions are roamers, but when they find our neighboring...
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Mountain Lion Study
Mar 2, 2023 · The purpose of the study is to get a better understanding of mountain lion populations across the Western Slope of Colorado. Through better understanding of the population density, CPW can make even more informed management decisions based …
Plan underway to stabilize Colorado mountain lion population
Mar 5, 2024 · Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials say mountain lions and humans are interacting more than ever along the Front Range. CPW is implementing a plan to stabilize the mountain lion population to keep them and humans safe from each other.
What to do if you see a mountain lion while hiking in Colorad
Nov 1, 2021 · CPW says the state’s mountain lion population is thriving, estimating there are 3,800 to 4,400 mature cougars out there, and that doesn’t include their offspring. There have been 25 known...