‘Tail’ of the tape: Rocky vs. real mountain lion

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‘Tail’ of the tape: Rocky vs. real mountain lion

Courtesy: Colorado Parks and Wildlife by: Brett Yager Posted: Jun 8, 2023

Courtesy: Colorado Parks and Wildlife

by: Brett Yager

Posted: Jun 8, 2023 / 02:00 PM MDT

Updated: Jun 8, 2023 / 02:00 PM MDT

(COLORADO) — Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) are fans of the Denver Nuggets’ Mascot, Rocky, so much so, it did a recent comparison between Rocky and an actual mountain lion.

The first comparison by CPW was the tail. Rocky's is in the shape of a lightning bolt, and while an actual mountain lion's tail differs in shape, it does measure a third of its body.

The second comparison was whether or not to approach the two. CPW said that while Rocky can be approached for autographs and photos, never approach a mountain lion especially one that is feeding or with kittens.

The third comparison was whether or not both can throw half-court shots. CPW said it cannot confirm if a mountain lion can throw half-court shots like Rocky, as they are rarely seen for more than a brief moment.

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The first comparison by CPW was the tail. The second comparison was whether or not to approach the two. The third comparison was whether or not both can throw half-court shots.