The unidentified man told authorities that he was hiking through some trees when a cougar jumped out and knocked him to the ground.
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The man was able to get back to his vehicle and drive away. He ended up at a local hospital and received treatment for lacerations to his arms, hands, and left leg.The unsuccessfully tried to find the cougar, although they spotted some of the animal's tracks. The video, posted on the zoo’s social media accounts, shows the baby monkey, who was born on April 14, holding onto its mother.
Signs have been placed in the area to alert other hikers. Authorities said it's very rare for cougars to attack people and is "often the result of the animal being startled, defending a kill, or a mother defending her cubs." Here are some tips to help prevent conflicts with cougars:Maintain awareness in cougar country while hiking or jogging and avoid using headphones that block out your surroundings.Make noise while hiking to alert cougars of your presence.
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