To intervene or not to intervene: an individual-based approach to dynamics  and persistence of the Florida panther population - UF/IFAS Wildlife  Ecology and Conservation Department
Historic and current population map for the Florida panther. Credit: University of Florida

The Friends of the Everglades shared the awesome video below. It shows a large Florida panther walking down a path within Everglades National Park.

The Florida panther is a subspecies of the North American mountain lion. They are distinguished from other subspecies by their crooked tails, and the unique ‘cowlick’ patch on their backs.

Florida panthers are about 6 to 7 feet long, and weigh up to 161 pounds. The species is still considered endangered despite a growing population. There is estimated to be roughly 200 Florida panthers alive in the wild today.

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