From the quiet cul-de-sacs of Corvallis to the bustling neighborhoods of Beaverton, these sightings have triggered official warnings for pet owners and parents to remain vigilant as the State apex predators move closer to back doors than ever before.
1. The “Porch Predation” in Corvallis
In a chilling display of brazen behavior in late 2025, residents in a northwest Corvallis neighborhood were left “uneasy” after a cougar was discovered caching its prey directly under a residential porch.
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- The Sighting: The predator had killed a deer and buried it beneath the home, staying in the area for hours to protect its meal.
- The Shift:…