Aussie Miss Cougars get claws out

Younger men beware - the search is on for Miss Cougar Australia 2010, and the claws will be out.

US-based author and relationship guru Rich Gosse is holding three cougar convention heats, in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne during February, and each will name regional Miss Cougars.

The event then moves to the Sunshine Coast in June to name Miss Cougar Australia 2010.

Aspiring Miss Cougars must be over 35, "legally single" and have a taste for younger men, Mr Gosse said.

Younger men (or cubs) who are interested in snaring a cougar simply have to turn up and cast their votes.

- AAP