Mountain carnivores are animals that live in mountainous regions and feed on other animals. Pumas, also known as cougars or mountain lions, are a type of large cat native to the Americas and are one of the most common mountain carnivores. They are solitary animals and have a wide range of habitats, from deserts to forests. Pumas are powerful predators and hunt a variety of prey, including deer, elk, and even smaller carnivores.