Los Angeles is the world's sole megacity where mountain lions and humans coexist. This unique situation underscores the critical need for effective conservation strategies.

A proposed city

Los Angeles is the world's sole megacity where mountain lions and humans coexist. This unique situation underscores the critical need for effective conservation strategies.

A proposed city wildlife ordinance is vital for protecting cougars and many other species. It addresses threats posed by habitat destruction and fragmentation, aiming to preserve biodiversity within the region.

Los Angeles is the world's only megacity where mountain lions and humans coexist. This unique proximity underscores a critical conservation challenge.

A proposed city wildlife ordinance is

Los Angeles is the world's only megacity where mountain lions and humans coexist. This unique proximity underscores a critical conservation challenge.

A proposed city wildlife ordinance is vital. It addresses habitat destruction and fragmentation, protecting not only cougars but numerous other species facing similar threats.

Mountain lions, more closely related to housecats than lions, face challenging lives in Central California's urban wildlands. Their habitat is fragmented by freeways and development. Despite their

Mountain lions, more closely related to housecats than lions, face challenging lives in Central California's urban wildlands. Their habitat is fragmented by freeways and development. Despite their wild nature, puma kittens behave much like domestic cats, and their mothers even purr. (Footage courtesy of the National Park Service)

The Center for Biological Diversity, a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit, believes human welfare is deeply linked to nature's biodiversity. We use science, law, and creative media to protect species on the brink of extinction and safeguard the lands, waters, and climate they need. Our mission is to ensure future generations inherit a world where the wild thrives.

Los Angeles is one of only two megacities globally where big cats, specifically mountain lions, live within city limits; Mumbai is the other. These mountain lions inhabit the Santa Monica

Los Angeles is one of only two megacities globally where big cats, specifically mountain lions, live within city limits; Mumbai is the other. These mountain lions inhabit the Santa Monica Mountains, just north of the city, including the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.

A new report highlights the critical importance of wildlife crossings. These crossings enable Southern California mountain lions to navigate fragmented landscapes safely and significantly reduce the risk of vehicle collisions. Learn more about this vital conservation effort.

California sea lions swim at top speeds of 25 miles per hour, making them the fastest among all seals and sea lions.

For more fascinating facts about these marine mammals, explore Oceana's

California sea lions swim at top speeds of 25 miles per hour, making them the fastest among all seals and sea lions.

For more fascinating facts about these marine mammals, explore Oceana's Marine Life Encyclopedia: Oceana's Marine Life Encyclopedia.