Third cougar sighting in recent weeks confirmed in Marinette County by Wisconsin DNR
MARINETTE — A third cougar sighting in recent weeks in northern Wisconsin has been confirmed by the state Department of Natural Resources.
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Cougar Marinette County
The department says the latest sighting was confirmed in Marinette County after it received a July 19th trail camera photo of big cat on August 4th. The photo was taken 10 days after two confirmed cougar sightings in Langlade County, and in a location roughly 60 miles east.
According to the department, genetic evidence suggests cougars spotted in Wisconsin are males from a western U.S. breeding population. The department says no evidence shows cougars are breeding in Wisconsin.
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Cougar Langlade County
Wisconsin considers cougars a protected species, and hunting is not allowed. The department says the big cats aren't considered a public safety threat.
CLICK HERE for more on cougars in Wisconsin via the DNR's website.