County Services
Find county-specific contacts for mountain lion, black bear, and gray wolf encounters. Our directory helps residents quickly identify who to call for emergencies, sightings, livestock or pet loss, and other wildlife concerns.
Find Your CountySpecies Ecology and Natural History
Explore the biology, behavior, habitat, and natural history of the large carnivores that share California’s landscapes.
Mountain Lions
Learn about mountain lion ecology, behavior, habitat, movement, and their role in California ecosystems.
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Black Bears
Explore black bear ecology, seasonal behavior, habitat, food sources, and interactions with human communities.
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Gray Wolves
Learn about gray wolf ecology, pack behavior, movement, recovery, and their expanding range in California.
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Find practical encounter guidance, livestock-protection information, California wildlife law, original Carnivore Project research, scientific literature, and recommended reading.
Encountering Wildlife
Learn how to respond safely during mountain lion, black bear, and gray wolf encounters.
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Predator Defense
Explore practical tools for protecting livestock, pets, property, and agricultural operations.
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Fish & Game Code
Review California Fish and Game Code provisions and legal resources concerning mountain lions.
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Research & Reports
Explore our current research programs and read completed Carnivore Project analyses and annual reports.
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Published Literature
Read accessible summaries of outside scientific studies on carnivores, coexistence, and conflict mitigation.
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Book Recommendations
Discover recommended books about mountain lions, black bears, gray wolves, and human–wildlife coexistence.
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