There have been two confirmed cases of neurological damage in a panther and bobcat in Florida as of this month, according to Florida wildlife officials
The agency is investigating the cause of the disorder in the animals that is impacting their ability to walk. In trail camera footage, the animals can be seen stumbling and falling down almost unable to use their back legs. In total, the FWC said they have seen eight panthers and one adult bobcat in various degrees of this condition."While the number of animals exhibiting these symptoms is relatively few, we are increasing monitoring efforts to determine the full scope of the issue.
Determining the cause of the disorder can help officials minimize the impact it will have on the panther's populationRead MoreThe areas impacted seem to be localized to only three general areas; Collier, Lee and Sarasota counties, according to the FWC. One panther was photographed that could be affected in Charlotte County.
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