(Explores the presence of cougars in the mid-to-northeastern United States, highlighting confirmed sightings, conservation efforts, and the potential for a future breeding population.)
This article examines the debated presence of cougars in the mid-to-northeastern United States. While the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service declared the eastern cougar extinct in 2011, numerous sightings suggest transient individuals may be recolonizing the region. The piece discusses confirmed dispersal events, habitat suitability, and conservation efforts to facilitate a natural return of cougars to their historical range. It concludes that while no established breeding population exists, the potential for rewilding remains an ongoing topic of study and conservation interest.
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