Cougars and Coyotes

with Carlton Burke

Saturday, October 18  |  10 am - 12 pm

BRN - Elective

Cougars, mountain lions, or panthers! Whatever you call them, these magnificent, large native cats once roamed throughout North America. For many reasons, they disappeared from our mountains well over a hundred years ago, yet sightings of these animals are still commonly reported. Though not originally found here until a few decades ago, Coyotes have become established throughout much of eastern North American and have become a presence even in suburban neighborhoods.

How did these canines come to inhabit a new geographical region? And is there any validity in reported sightings of Cougars? Learn the latest evidence and distinguish fact from folklore surrounding these mysterious creatures.

Carlton Burke is a naturalist and educator who operates Carolina Mountain Naturalists, an educational service which offers wildlife and nature educational programs throughout western North Carolina. He also was on the staff of the western North Carolina Nature Center in Asheville for over 25 years as the Curator of Exhibits. Carlton co-hosts a weekly radio program NATURE NEWS and is also a NC state and federally licensed wildlife rehabilitator.    

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