Cat family
Banff National Park
There are two species of cats in Banff National Park. Cats are carnivores - very skilled ones! They are adapted for stalking, pursuing and ambushing which makes them very good at capturing prey.
Cougar
The largest of the two, and the largest Canadian cat, is the mountain lion or cougar. Although rarely seen, signs indicate that there is a small but healthy population in the park.
Canadian lynx
The other member of the cat family that resides in Banff National Park is the lynx. It too is nocturnal and rarely seen.
Identifying carnivore tracks | Wildlife safety | Wildlife watching and photography
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