Wildlife officials said P22 had major injuries to his head and torso, likely from being struck by a vehicle.
out for a walk there last month has been euthanized. Known as P-22, the cougar had been a mascot of sorts for efforts to set up a wildlife crossing in the area to help ease urban pressures for animals.
But after the 12-year-old mountain lion snatched and killed a small Chihuahua straight off a dogwalker’s leash, wildlife officials said they were worried the animal was showing “signs of distress.” P-22 was then captured on Dec. 12, and wildlife officials said they learned he had major injuries to his head and torso, likely from being struck by a vehicle.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
P-22, famous mountain lion recently captured, euthanized by Fish and WildlifeBREAKINGNEWS: The celebrity big cat was euthanized by Fish and Wildlife after the department ran tests and concluded the animal was in grave health.
Read more »
Mountain lion P-22 is euthanized, wildlife officials sayWildlife experts determined the animal had been suffering from serious health issues.
Read more »
P-22, Hollywood's famous mountain lion, is euthanized after suffering injuriesP-22, the wild mountain lion that captured the hearts of L.A. residents and spent years sulking freely in Griffith Park, has been euthanized due to medical issues and injuries sustained from being struck by a car.
Read more »
P-22 euthanized: Famed LA mountain lion put down due to injuries, 'chronic' health problemsP-22, LA's famous mountain lion was euthanized. Wildlife officials said the mountain lion had a skull fracture as well as kidney failure and liver disease.
Read more »
Photographer Shares Funny Side of Her Wildlife PhotographyA wildlife photographer has shown that nature doesn't need to be picture-perfect after she shared a series of funny animal photos.
Read more »
Famous women in history: 10 influential women from around the worldWe explore the lives of 10 influential women who have shaped the world we live in today.
Read more »