Protecting Cougars: A Call to Action for Conservation

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The conclusion of the informative essay emphasizes the importance of protecting cougars and their habitats. It highlights the need for conservation efforts to ensure the survival of these majestic animals. The reader is encouraged to take action in safeguarding the future of cougars both in the wild and in captivity. The prediction hints at a hopeful future where cougars may thrive once again. A strong, bold statement reiterates the urgency of conservation efforts, while an anecdote serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting presence of these elusive creatures.

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CONCLUSION PARAGRAPH FOR INFORMATIVE ESSAY

3-4 sentences long Summarizes essay without copying your introductory paragraph Answers the essential question, Why is this important?

INSTRUCTION Explain what the reader can do about the issue

EXAMPLE OF INSTRUCTION If people look closely, they may find themselves lucky enough to observe a cougar in its natural habitat. In order for this to happen, people need to actively protect the cougars habitats and know how to tell it apart from a female lion. If luck is not on the side of humans, cougars can always be found in zoos around the world.

PREDICTION Give insight about how the future might be different, better, or worse

EXAMPLE OF PREDICTION Many cougars have been brought to zoos and are part of a breeding program in the hopes of increasing their population. With any luck, this endangered animal will once again prosper and roam freely along the western coast of North and South America.

STRONG, BOLD STATEMENT One sentence that packs a lot of punch

EXAMPLE OF STRONG, BOLD STATEMENT Not everyone may find the cougar to be the most interesting cat in the feline family. However, everyone must do their part to protect this cat and its habitat before it is too late.

ANECDOTE A brief story that reiterates the essence of the issue

EXAMPLE OF ANECDOTE The next time someone observes a cougar as they are traversing through a jungle in Mexico or hiking a snow- capped mountain in Canada, they should count themselves lucky. This mysterious and secretive animal may not be around much longer.

QUESTION End with a thought provoking question that leaves the reader thinking

EXAMPLE OF QUESTION What would the world be like without cougars? Sure there are many other species of cats out there, but none are as mysterious as the cougar. Their habitats need to be protected, so more can be learned about these finicky felines.

ECHO Circles back to the beginning Be careful to not just copy the introductory paragraph over again.

EXAMPLE OF ECHO Intro: Ghost walker is one of the nicknames of the majestic cougar because it stealthily sneaks around its varying habitats and is rarely observed by humans. They have spectacular physical characteristics which distinguish it from other members of the cat family. There are many reasons why the cougar has unique features, and the effects help them not only survive, but also thrive in the Americas. Cougars also have certain interesting habits and routines when it comes to raising their young. Conclusion: On the whole, cougars are very formidable creatures. They have unique physical features that make it a highly sought after animal for photographs. Cougars have amazing adaptations that help it survive including three types of teeth that are used for different purposes. This animal is also a quick learner when it comes to hunting and eating.