There have been 21 confirmed cougar sightings in 2025, according to data from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

This year included some of the highest profile sights of cougars in years: two cubs that were spotted by a private homeowner ...

Cougars are considered critically imperiled in Michigan and are ranked as an endangered species under state law. The DNR ...

The increased sightings may be due to more video cameras on trails and possibly more cougars traveling into Michigan, ...

With 21 confirmed sightings and historic cubs verified, Michigan’s 2025 cougar reports are several shy of last year—evidence ...

Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins shared news of the reported cougar sighting on his social media page, writing the ...