Mountain Lion Spotted in Panhandle By Golden Gate Park
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Key Points:
- A mountain lion was spotted near Fell Street and Baker Street by Golden Gate Park's Panhandle on Saturday night, confirmed by SF Recreation & Parks officials.
- An alert was issued advising the public to slowly back away if encountering the mountain lion and to make themselves appear large if approached, while Animal Care and Control responded to the scene.
- The alert was lifted by Sunday morning, but SF Animal Care & Control requests residents report any further sightings at (415) 554-9400.
- Mountain lion sightings are relatively common in San Francisco, with most animals naturally leaving the city without needing relocation, according to Animal Care & Control.
- This recent encounter follows a similar event in January when a young mountain lion was tranquilized and relocated after being seen in Lafayette Park and Pacific Heights.
