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UPDATED Aug 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Aug 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
OC Mountain Lions Face Habitat Collapse
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Estimates say Orange County’s mountain lion population could be as low as 52 as roads and development continue shrinking habitat. Meanwhile, lions in nearby ranges spanning Riverside, San Diego and Imperial counties number more than 400, highlighting the species’ regional risk.
WHO: Mountain lions; local wildlife researchers and conservation stakeholders (as cited by the article)
WHAT: Orange County mountain lions are nearing extinction as habitat shrinks, while nearby multi-county ranges still hold a larger population.
WHEN: Reported Aug 26, 2026 at 8:58 AM ET
WHERE: Orange County, CA
WHY: Local threats like roads and development are shrinking mountain lion habitat.
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