Wolves are charismatic, conspicuous, and easy to single out as the top predator affecting populations of elk, deer, and other prey animals. However, a new study has found that the secretive cougar is actually the main predator influencing the movement of elk across the winter range of northern Yellowstone National Park.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/08/190802122707.htm
The Moon is Full
Fearing cougars more than wolves, Yellowstone elk manage threats from both predators
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