Mountain Lion Cub Spotted Lounging in Santa Clarita Tree

A 7-month-old mountain lion cub was spotted lounging in a tree in a Santa Clarita neighborhood, drawing attention from residents and wildlife officials. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and local law enforcement responded to reports of the cub, which appeared to have been separated from its mother but was in good health. Officials set up a perimeter and planned to wait until nightfall to see if the mother would return to retrieve the cub, urging the public to stay away to avoid disturbing the animal. The sighting was unusual for the area, with locals noting mountain lions are rarely seen so close to residential homes. Meanwhile, conservation efforts for nearby mountain lion populations continue, including the construction of the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing to facilitate safe animal movement across freeways. Authorities advised residents to keep pets indoors during the monitoring period to ensure safety.