New Mountain Lion Spotted in Griffith Park, Reviving P-22 Legacy

The untagged puma's appearance sparks excitement and underscores the need for wildlife crossings in Los Angeles.

A resident captured video of the mountain lion near Barham Boulevard in Griffith Park.
Experts believe the young male likely crossed the 101 Freeway, a rare and dangerous feat.
Biologists plan to track and study the new lion, potentially naming it P-122.
The sighting highlights ongoing efforts to improve wildlife connectivity in the region.
P-22, the previous Griffith Park mountain lion, became a symbol of urban wildlife coexistence.