Maxwell Lewis

a month agoMountain lions are incredibly agile and capable climbers, so seeing one high up in a tree isn’t entirely unusual. They often climb to escape threats, to get a better vantage point, or simply to rest in a safe location. In this case, the mountain lion may have gone higher than expected for several reasons. One likely explanation is that the mountain lion felt threatened—possibly by another predator, another mountain lion, or even human activity nearby—and climbed higher than normal as a defensive measure. These cats are solitary and secretive, so when they feel cornered or vulnerable, they’ll seek safety wherever they can. Another possibility is that it climbed up in pursuit of prey, like a bird or small mammal, and ended up higher than it intended to go. While it's true that hunters sometimes use dogs specifically to force mountain lions into trees, that’s not the case here. This man sells wild mushrooms, and in his search for them he came across this incredible sight and recorded it. This behavior reflects the cat’s natural climbing ability and its instinct to seek safety or a strategic position. Their remarkable agility allows them to scale heights that might seem extreme, but for a mountain lion, it’s just part of their natural toolkit. 📽 by @hyphafoods - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Nature is Metal is powered by user submitted content. Did you record a wild video that you want me to share? natureismetal.com/submissions is the best place to send it. I check the submission page every day

a month agoEagles are highly territorial birds, and fights often occur when one eagle encroaches on another’s space. These conflicts are typically over territory or mates, with the resident eagle defending access to resources like food, nesting sites, and safety. During mating season, fights can also happen between males competing for the attention of a female. These clashes are rarely about killing—they’re primarily about dominance. On the ground, the birds grapple and lock talons, each trying to overpower the other and force a retreat. While serious injuries can occur, the goal is usually to intimidate or outlast the opponent rather than kill. Death is uncommon but can happen if neither bird backs down. Fighting is risky for both eagles, so most conflicts end when one decides the cost isn’t worth it and retreats. 📽 by @zachnorby - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Nature is Metal is powered by user submitted content. Did you record a wild video that you want me to share? natureismetal.com/submissions is the best place to send it. I check the submission page every day

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