From the desert foothills of North Scottsdale and Tucson to the mining towns of eastern Arizona, these apex hunters are being caught on camera in broad daylight, lounging on patios and stalking through neighborhood parks.
1. The “Ghost of the Desert” Comes Out of the Shadows
Traditionally, mountain lions are so elusive they are rarely seen by humans. However, the winter of 2025–2026 has seen a shift in behavior that officials describe as “abnormally bold.”
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- The Sighting: In Tucson Estates and the foothills of the Catalina Mountains, residents have reported mountain lions following dog walkers from a distance and even investigating…