P-22 Dead: Was P-22 euthanized?

P-22, the mountain lion has been euthanized by state wildlife officials on Saturday, 17th December 2022.

P-22, the mountain lion was euthanized due to injuries and poor health. Following a thorough examination due to dangerous changes in his behaviour, P-22 had irreversible kidney disease, liver disease, localized arthritis, heart disease, chronic weight loss and a parasitic skin infection over his entire body.

P-22 is a mountain lion that lives in Griffith Park in Los Angeles, California. He gained fame due to his ability to thrive in an urban environment.

P-22 has become a symbol of the challenges faced by urban wildlife and has helped to raise awareness of the importance of coexisting with wildlife in urban environments.

P-22 is believed to have been born in the Santa Monica Mountains. P-22 has been the subject of several scientific studies, and researchers have monitored his movements and behaviour to learn more about mountain lions in urban environments.