Pumas adapt behaviour to save energy

As per a new study, Pumas have an ability to assess their surrounding terrain and accordingly use a suitable walking gait to conserve energy.
The cats travel more slowly while ascending or descending mountains to conserve energy.
Puma is also known as mountain lions or cougars.
It is the top feline predator, native to North and South Americas.
Its native range is diminishing due to increasing agriculture and urbanisation.
Threats: Road collisions, fires and poaching of their wild prey.
IUCN status: Least Concern