The word 'familiar' is both an adjective and a noun. The noun 'familiar' is a word for an associate or friend; a thing (often a cat) that has the power to aid a witch â¦ in performing magic. A related noun form is familiarity. Example uses: Noun: The witch and her familiar greeted me at her door. Adjective: I saw many familiar faces at the reunion.
Food Chain of a Mountain Lion Although mountain lions tend to prey on large mammals, such as deer and elk, they will also eat smaller mammals, reptiles, and even insects if necessary.They have even been known to prey on livestock, such as cattle and pigs, if available.ood Chain of a Mountain Lion Although mountain lions tend to prey on large mammals, such as deer and elk, they will also eat smaller mammals, reptiles, and even insects if necessary.
California Cougars. About half of California is prime mountain lion country. This fact is a surprise to many residents and visitors. These large, powerful predators have always lived here, preying on deer and other wildlife, and playing an important role in the ecosystem.Also known as the cougar, panther or puma, the mountain lion is native to North America and exists only in the Western Hemisphere.A lion's natural life span is approximately 10 years in the wild and up to 25 years in captivity.eer are the favorite prey of cougars, but they are opportunistic predators and will also kill elk, porcupines, small mammals, rodents, livestock and domestic animals. Mountain lions are most active from dusk to dawn, but they will hunt and travel in daylight.