mountain lion Archives

Montana Mountain Lion Quotas Trigger Multiple Mid-Season Closures Across the State

March 21, 2026February 22, 2026

Several Lion Management Units (LMUs) have shut down harvest of specific sexes after quotas were reached, reflecting strong hunter participation and tight population management. Montana’s quota-driven system continues to produce early closures in high-pressure areas while other districts remain open.

CA FGC Lists Some Mountain Lion Populations as Threatened – What It Means for Hunters, Ranchers, and Wildlife Management

March 21, 2026February 13, 2026

The California Fish and Game Commission has designated six Central and Southern California mountain lion populations as threatened under state law, while leaving Northern and Sierra populations unchanged. The decision could reshape habitat policy, predator management, and long-term deer herd dynamics in key hunting regions. Here’s what the ruling means for sportsmen, ranchers, and wildlife conservation across the state.