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Populations of mountain lions in the central coast and south are so beleaguered that this week, the state is expected to declare them threatened under its endangered species law.
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Populations of mountain lions in central coast and south are so beleaguered that this week state is expected to declare them threatened under its endangered species law
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- February 15, 2026 at 4:06 PM (6 months ago)
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- February 15, 2026 at 4:06 PM (6 months ago)
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/09/climate/california-mountain-lions.html
The article discusses the challenges facing California mountain lions, including habitat loss, vehicle collisions, and inbreeding. It highlights the story of P-121, a mountain lion that underwent surgery but was later killed by a vehicle. The piece also covers the construction of a wildlife crossing to mitigate these issues.
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