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The vast and untamed frontier of Red Dead Redemption invites you to an immersive world filled with many parallel activities, from helping strangers and searching for rare herbs to track and hunt some of the dangerous creatures that inhabit the wild.
One of the Master Hunter challenges in the game requires you Take down two pumas with a melee weapon. and skin two of them (not necessarily the ones who died with the melee weapon). However, tracking mountain lions can seem like a challenge when you start looking for them, as these cats prefer to stay in the shadows and ambush you when you least expect it. Knowing where to find these beasts and how to lure them will greatly increase your chances of taking down these predators.
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Where to find cougars in Red Dead Redemption
As rare as it is to spot cougars, these cats are surprisingly widespread throughout New Austin. In certain regions, pumas can be found all day long, while in others they only come out of the shadows. during specific times of the day. These are some of the best places to find pumas in Red Dead Redemptionincluding details about what time of day you should go hunting for them:
- plain view: You may find a few mountain lions hanging around the road through Plainview. Fortunately, pumas in this area can be found all day long, except in rainy weather. However, be careful of the wolf packs that also inhabit this region, as they can pose an additional threat while you are distracted by the mountain lions.
- still water stream: Some pumas can be found. near the railroad tracks north of Stillwater Creek during the day. Use caution when exploring this area, as mountain lions tend to hide in tall grass and ambush when you least expect it.
- Rio Bravo: You will find a larger population of pumas in Rio Bravo, especially around Fort Mercer and Repentance Rock. Bobcats stalk this region all day long.
Cougars can sometimes be seen chasing NPCs or encountered by accepting random hunting challenges.
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Things to Know Before Hunting Cougars in Red Dead Redemption
In Red Dead RedemptionCougars are intelligent creatures and rarely attack head-on. These dangerous creatures are masters of ambushes. When attacked by a mountain lion, John can be killed with two hits and his horse only needs one to meet his end. If you are playing in extreme mode, you should avoid hunting cougars on horseback, as horse kills are permanent in this mode. hunting pumas in Red Dead Redemption It requires a mix of skill and luck, and here are some tips to help you excel in the endeavor:
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Cougars make a distinctive growl when they see you, and when you hear this growl, Get off your horse immediately to prevent it from being killed by a mountain lion attack.
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Use bait to lure cougars out of hiding and take them out when they are busy investigating the bait.
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If you are attacked by a mountain lion, immediately consume medication to restore your health and resist a possible subsequent attack.
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If you want to hunt pumas on horseback, consider taming a wild horse or stealing one.
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Cougars can be leashed, but they cannot be restrained forever. If you keep it on a leash for too long, the cat will attack you instead of running away. You may want to tie a cougar if you plan to take it down with a shotgun, but never tie a cougar to a horse, as the beast will attack your horse once it breaks free.