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British Big Cats: See One & Get Excited!
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In summary, the purpose of "British Big Cats: See One & Get Excited!" is to provide information and evidence about the presence of big cats, such as panthers and pumas, in the British countryside. The frequency of sightings of big cats in Britain is still a topic of debate, with some sources claiming over 2,000 sightings in the last decade. However, there is no scientific consensus on their presence and many experts believe these sightings to be misidentifications or hoaxes. Some evidence, such as eyewitness reports and animal carcasses, supports their existence, but none have been scientifically verified. The belief that big cats could be living in Britain is fueled by factors such as the lack of natural predators and suitable habitat, as
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Just wait for a decade or two and all the big cats of the world will be in a similar situation.
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If you want to catch one, just put salt on its tail.
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My sister thinks she saw one one night when she was out running but we didn't believe her.
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wolram said:
I thought there were still some Jaguars on the motorways.
What is the purpose of "British Big Cats: See One & Get Excited!"?
The purpose of "British Big Cats: See One & Get Excited!" is to provide information and evidence about the presence of big cats, such as panthers and pumas, in the British countryside.
How common are sightings of big cats in Britain?
The frequency of sightings of big cats in Britain is still a topic of debate. Some sources claim that there have been over 2,000 sightings reported in the last decade, while others argue that many of these sightings are misidentifications or hoaxes.
What evidence is there to support the existence of big cats in Britain?
There have been several pieces of evidence that support the existence of big cats in Britain, including eyewitness reports, photographs and video footage, and animal carcasses with injuries consistent with big cat attacks. However, none of these have been scientifically verified.
Why do some people believe that big cats could be living in Britain?
Some people believe that big cats could be living in Britain due to a combination of factors, such as the lack of natural predators, the abundance of prey, and the large amount of suitable habitat in rural areas. Additionally, there have been several instances of exotic animals escaping from captivity in the UK, leading some to speculate that these animals could have established breeding populations in the wild.
What is the scientific consensus on the presence of big cats in Britain?
Currently, there is no scientific consensus on the presence of big cats in Britain. While there have been numerous sightings and some evidence to support their existence, there is still a lack of concrete proof or scientific studies to confirm their presence. Many experts believe that the majority of sightings can be attributed to misidentification or hoaxes, but the debate continues.
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