Understanding Cougars: A Wildlife Exploration

The video explores the life of cougars, often misunderstood as solitary and heartless. Through motion cameras, biologists reveal their social nature and family bonds. The story follows a mother cougar, F61, and her kittens, highlighting their challenges, such as harsh winters and predators. Despite losses, the resilience of F61 and her surviving kitten, Frostbite, offers hope for the future. The video emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts to ensure the survival of these majestic animals.

What is a common misconception about cougars?

• They are herbivores.

• They are only found in deserts.

• They are the largest wild cats.

• They are always solitary and heartless.

What role do motion cameras play in the study of cougars?

• They monitor the health of cougar populations.

• They track the migration patterns of cougars.

• They help observe the secret life and social behavior of cougars.

• They capture the hunting techniques of cougars.

What is the primary role of F61 in her family?

• To explore new territories.

• To find a new mate.

• To teach her kittens to hunt.

• To hunt and provide food for her kittens.

What nickname was given to F96 and why?

• Blizzard, because she was born in winter.

• Shadow, for her stealthy movements.

• Firecracker, because of her energetic nature.

• Frostbite, due to losing parts of her ears and tail.

What significant event happens when M80 reaches 18 months?

• He finds a new mate.

• He becomes the leader of the pack.

• He leaves his family to find a new home.

• He is attacked by wolves.

What tragic event occurs to M80 during his search for a new home?

• He is killed by a trophy hunter.

• He gets lost in the forest.

• He is captured by researchers.

• He is injured by a rival male.

What is the survival rate of cougar kittens in the Wind River Range?

• Half of them survive.

• Fewer than one in five.

• All of them survive.

• Three out of five.

What remarkable behavior has F61 shown in raising her new litter?

• Adopting an orphaned kitten.

• Teaching them to hunt early.

• Moving to a new territory.

• Avoiding all human contact.

What is the main message conveyed about cougars in the video?

• They are affectionate and caring animals.

• They are dangerous and should be avoided.

• They are solitary and prefer isolation.

• They are rapidly increasing in number.

What challenges do cougars face in the wild?

• Lack of food and water.

• Competition with other big cats.

• Diseases and parasites.

• Habitat loss, trophy hunters, harsh winters, and wolves.