State officials are considering mandatory harvest reporting, helping us understand how many mountain lions remain and how human-caused deaths are impacting populations across Texas.
Public comments will directly influence the decision. Submit your support to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department before the May 26 deadline.
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There are five species of wild cats that currently or historically call Texas home: jaguars, mountain lions, bobcats, ocelots, and jaguarundis.

Texas Native Cats partnered with Texas A&M University to poll residents to find out. Among many other results, survey participants overwhelmingly believe that efforts should be made to ensure the survival of this species in Texas.
We share the story of our cats with master naturalists, visitors to state parks, nature centers, libraries and universities, among others.
It is often said that understanding our natural world is the first step in conserving it for the future.
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