Car Accidents Are Killing Florida Panthers At An Alarming Pace
The Florida panther population continues to dwindle, and there’s one predator that’s mostly to blame. Florida’s famous big cat is categorized in the “critically endangered” level, meaning that the species’ population decline is greater than 80 to 90 percent.
Panthers are dying at an alarming rate in Florida — and you won’t believe what’s killing them
The number of endangered panthers slaughtered in Florida has more than doubled this year — putting it on track to be the bloodiest year for the big cats in a decade. At least 30 panthers were killed so far in 2024 — almost all of which died at the hands of drivers.
30 endangered Florida panthers found dead this year, including 5 in past month
The vast majority of the critically endangered Florida panthers have died after being struck by vehicles, including five in the past month.
What can be done to reduce Florida panther deaths?
The Florida panther is the state's official animal, but 2024 has been a deadly year for the endangered species.
Florida panther deaths more than double from previous year
Data from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission shows that 30 Florida panthers were found dead through the first 11 months of 2024. In 2013, only 13 big cats were found dead in the Sunshine State.
Fifth endangered predator killed by vehicle in Florida in a month, the 30th this year
The death toll for Florida’s iconic state animal has now hit 30 after a male panther was found dead from a recent suspected vehicle strike.
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