What ate eastern pumas?

Answer 1

Eastern pumas are the same as Florida panthers, just a different name given to the cougars living in the eastern portion of the country. They just happen to be given that name by the locals in Florida. In fact, all cougars in the U.S. and Central America are technically the same species, but with slightly different genetic traits that vary by region. Depending on the location, they are known as pumas, cougars, mountain lions, or panthers. Hope this helps. I have a Bachelor's degree in fish and wildlife management so here's what I can tell you.

Wait, you said "ate", but I misread and thought you'd typed "what are eastern pumas". As far as what eats them, they're a top predator, and only scavenger species such as foxes, racoons, coyotes, etc. could eat them if they found a puma carcass. The decline of the eastern population is primarily due to past human encroachment on their habitat and being killed outright by fearful humans.