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A new study led by Kyle Dougherty (left), postdoctoral researcher, and John Benson, Associate Profes
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A new study led by Kyle Dougherty (left), postdoctoral researcher, and John Benson, Associate Professor in the School of Natural Resources, shows that young mountain lions in California struggle to disperse between populations because they avoid developed areas and busy roads, limiting the gene flow needed to keep populations healthy. November 26, 2025. Photo by Jordan Opp / University Communication and Marketing.