Published Oct 27, 2026 11:06 AM EDT At first, the video seems to feature an empty habitat. There’s a crate filled with hay, platforms of various heights, and a ball hanging from a rope. Then a furry head peaks out from behind the crate. A few seconds later, a large wild cat bounds into view, rushing toward whoever is holding the camera. The young mountain lion (Puma concolor) appears so happy to see the videographer that you almost can’t tell he has only three legs.