Cougar Discovered in Southern California Turkey Coop to Be Released

Hesperia residents are advised to clear their yards of pets and anything that might attract a predator.
Cougar Discovered in Southern California Turkey Coop to Be Released
A mountain lion is fed at the zoo in Oakland, Calif. on April 16, 2020. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
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A mountain lion found trapped in a homeowner’s turkey coop in San Bernardino County will be released by state wildlife officials this week, and residents are being told to stay on alert and keep their pets safe.

The 112-pound male cougar was discovered April 27 on the 17000 block of Danbury Avenue in Hesperia, about 35 miles north of downtown San Bernardino. It was first seen by the property owner, city officials said in a recent Facebook post.