KANSAS CITY, Mo. \u2014 Multiple mountain lion sightings have occurred in the last two months in Miami County, Kansas.<\/p>\n
The Miami County Sheriff\u2019s Office advises<\/a> residents to \u201cremain aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.\u201d<\/p>\n Mountain lions<\/a>, also known as cougars or panthers, tend to be elusive, solitary animals. Adult males can be more than 8 feet long and weigh around 130\u2013150 pounds, while adult females can be 7 feet long and weigh between 65\u201390 pounds, per the U.S. Forest Service<\/a>. <\/p>\n The Miami County sightings have yet to be confirmed by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP).<\/p>\n According to the sheriff\u2019s office, the sightings occurred between Sept. 27 and Oct. 21:<\/p>\n Sept. 27 | Coldwater Road and State Line Road area No injuries to humans or livestock are known at this time, the sheriff\u2019s office said.<\/p>\n Per Kansas law, mountain lions cannot be hunted or killed; they are classified as nongame wildlife. <\/p>\n In the event of a mountain lion encounter, one should remain calm, stand tall, speak firmly, and fight back if attacked, per KDWP. <\/p>\n If in immediate danger, call 911. Other concerns can be shared with the sheriff\u2019s office at 913-294-3232.<\/p>\n
A resident reported a likely mountain lion encounter in her pasture in the early morning. No livestock were harmed.Oct. 19 | Lane area
A resident reported a large cat roaming the area, but provided no evidence.Oct. 21 | Hillsdale area
The sheriff\u2019s office received another report of a large cat near an animal pen.<\/p>\n