Why are Florida panthers important to Florida?

Answer 1

It is a critically endangered species with a total population of 80 and 100 animals and was named an Official State Symbol in 1982 to help in promoting the conservation of this rare native treasure.

Answer 2

Because there are very few Florida Panthers left in the wild, and it helps draw help to that cause. There's been no land set aside for them, yet their numbers dwindle due to poaching and development. They're only found in Florida as well, making them an ideal state animal.

Answer 3

They ambush their prey and then only consume about a third of it. They partially bury the leftover, and other creatures scavenge it. The Florida panther is what is called an 'apex predator'.

Answer 4

It isn't. The population is too small to support that claim anymore. Any cascade effect from their elimination would have occurred from the level of decline we have already seen.

Answer 5

because it makes Florida special