Wildlife Encounter

outdoor-safety

During a polar bear attack, your priorities are to protect vital organs, stop the attack as quickly as possible, and signal for rescue. Stand side by side if in a group, place c...

animal-risk

Mountain lions attacking dogs happens most often where people live near foothills, forests, or open chaparral in western North America. Dogs can trigger an attack by acting as t...

wildlife-safety

An alligator attack is rare but high-consequence; survival most often depends on avoiding an encounter and knowing how to react if one occurs. In the southeastern United States,...

wildlife-safety

Seeing a cougar can be startling, but knowing what to do if you encounter a cougar usually keeps everyone safer. Cougars are large, capable predators, yet serious incidents are...

wildlife-safety

If a guy chokes a mountain lion, the priority is ending the contact safely while preventing further injury. Do not run, which can trigger chase. Face the lion, speak firmly, and...

Animal Behavior and Safety

People who live in or visit areas where mountain lions occur often wonder how domestic cats relate to these large predators. This guide explains the biological connections, beha...