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Picture No. 10762657
Cougar / Mountain Lion / Puma - preying on porcupine (Erethizon dorsatum). (Puma concolor) Date
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Porcupine - 1, Cougar - Ouch! A prickly encounter caught on camera!
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. In this wildlife moment, we witness the fierce battle between a courageous cougar and a formidable porcupine. As the print freezes this intense showdown in time, we can't help but marvel at nature's raw power and survival instincts. The confident cougar, also known as mountain lion or puma, has chosen an ambitious prey - none other than the spiky Erethizon dorsatum. With its sharp quills raised like armor, the porcupine seems ready to defend itself against any predator foolish enough to challenge it. But our fearless feline isn't backing down easily. In a display of agility and cunning strategy, it stalks its prey with eyes locked on those vulnerable quill-free areas. Will it manage to outsmart the prickly fortress? This snapshot from Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment captures not just a hunt but also showcases the diversity of North American wildlife. From coast to coast in the United States, these majestic predators roam freely in search of their next meal. So let's take a moment to appreciate this thrilling scene where nature's forces collide – one determined hunter versus one well-protected survivor – reminding us that even in the animal kingdom, nothing comes easy when facing off against Mother Nature's ingenious creations!
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