Is a cougar classified in the Felidae family?

Yes, the cougar is a member of the Felidae family. The Felidae family includes all cats, including lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, cheetahs, and cougars. Cougars are also known as mountain lions or pumas. They are large cats that are found in the Americas. They are solitary animals that hunt deer, elk, and other large mammals.