Classify the following as either part of the rapid response (R) to stress mediated by the sympathetic nervous system or the prolonged (P) response of the endocrine system: 1. maintains gas exchange. 2. maintains fuel levels. 3. maintains body defenses. 4. redirects blood flow.
Commonly known as: (Cougar, Mountain lion, Puma, Panther) Scientifically called: Puma concolor coryi Domain: Eukarya Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Subphylum: Vertebrata Class: Mammalia Order: Carnivora Family: Felidae Subfamily: Felinae Genus: Puma Species: concolor Subspecies: coryi
The cougar is known by many names, such as the puma, mountain lion, catamount or panther. Despite their large size, the cougar is not a true âbig catâ.he cougar is a member of the felidae family, as opposed to the panthera family as of the tiger and lion. The major difference between the two families is the panthera familyâs ability to roar. Felidae cats can not roar, instead make noises such as purrs, hisses, chirps and screams.