Mountain LionsIn Iowa Kyle Kleve Historic vs Present
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Mountain Lions…In Iowa? Kyle Kleve
Historic vs. Present Range
Reported Iowa Sightings
Marengo, IA cougar ‘ 09
Anti Mountain Lions • Fear of public safety • Past policy has failed • Little tolerance statewide • Lack of suitable habitat
Area of Suitable Habitat
Pro Argument • Part of historic home range • Addition to biodiversity • Avoid humans unless cornered • Wild game diet
Mediation 1. Furbearer status 2. Questionnaire/balloting
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