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The United States, with its diverse habitats, is home to several native and non-native big cat species. Mountain lions (also called cougars or pumas) are the most widespread, found mainly in the West and slowly returning to parts of the Midwest. Bobcats are common across almost all states and number around 3.5 million in North America. Jaguars were once more prevalent in the Southwest but are now rarely seen, with occasional sightings in Arizona.
Ocelots, endangered and nocturnal, are now mainly found in southern Texas. The Canada lynx, adapted for snowy environments, inhabits northern states and has been successfully reintroduced to Colorado. The Florida panther, an endangered subspecies of the mountain lion, survives only in southern Florida. Non-native species like servals, caracals, jaguarundis, and cheetahs are occasionally seen, often due to escapes or conservation programs. While some are native residents, others highlight the complex relationship between humans and exotic wildlife in the U.S.
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