Doorbell camera captures cougar passing through Canmore backyard
A homeowner's security camera recorded a cougar moving through a residential yard in Canmore, prompting a reminder from local sources about wildlife awareness.
Why it matters
The footage serves as a reminder for Canmore residents to stay alert to wildlife activity in and around residential neighborhoods.
A doorbell camera in Canmore recently captured footage of a cougar slipping through a residential backyard, according to the Rocky Mountain Outlook.
The video shows the animal moving through the property, an occurrence local sources say is not unusual given the area's proximity to wildlife habitat. A quote accompanying the footage noted that while people should not be alarmed, cougars do live in and move through the Canmore area.
No incidents or encounters involving people were reported in connection with the sighting.
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