20 Confirmed Mountain Lion Sightings in Missouri

Mountain lions are not native to Missouri according to state officials, but those same authorities do acknowledge that there are hundreds of sightings of these big cats in different regions across the state.

The Missouri Department of Conservation maintains a lot of information about mountain lions in the state. They state that there is no natural habitat for these big cats, but the sightings are lone predators that are traveling across the state and not making a home here. Here are the 20 most recent mountain lion sightings in Missouri that have been officially acknowledged and confirmed by the Missouri Department of Conservation.

How do you know if you have a mountain lion nearby in Missouri?

The Missouri Department of Conservation provides identification tips including what their tracks look like and how to identify if a wildlife kill is the work of one of these big cats.

Are mountain lions dangerous to humans?

The obvious answer is yes, potentially, but mountain lions are solitary animals that normally avoid human contact. The most dangerous situation would be if a mountain lion feels cornered and/or threatened. If you happen upon one in the woods, back away slowly and do not run. It is rare for a mountain lion to attack a human, but it's not impossible.