felines

Pumas in Patagonia: why the great feline of America is an essential predator for ecological balance

The **Puma concolor**, popularly known as **mountain lion, cougar, or Patagonian puma**, is the second largest feline in the American continent, (https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/la-justicia-ambiental-de-bolivia-protegera-al-jaguar-una-especie-en-peligro-de-extincion/). In the southern region of **Argentina and Chile**, this predator represents the essence of **wildlife**, inhabiting varied ecosystems...

Leopards in critical danger: Illegal trade of big cats threatens their survival

As it happens with other big cats, leopards face a serious threat due to illegal trade. These animals are captured and traded in different ways: As exotic pets, being trafficked in international markets. For traditional medicine, using their bones and...

Bolivia’s environmental justice will protect the jaguar, an endangered species.

The Agricultural and Environmental Court of Bolivia issued a historic resolution by granting precautionary measures for the protection of the jaguar (Panthera onca) and its natural habitat. The decision was made in response to a lawsuit filed by Deputy María...

Spain dismantles exotic feline trafficking network

The Spanish Civil Guard has carried out an operation against the illegal trafficking of protected species, achieving the recovery of 19 exotic felines and the arrest of two individuals in Mallorca. The couple was breeding and selling animals such as...

The worrying extinction of a top predator: only 17 specimens left in a single country

The **Asian cheetah** (*Acinonyx jubatus venaticus*), one of the most emblematic **top predators** in the world, faces a survival crisis with a population limited to only **17 individuals** struggling to survive in **Iran**, their last refuge. This species, which once...

Family reports the presence of an adult puma near the entrance to Iguazú National Park.

A family recorded the presence of an adult puma just a few meters from the entrance to Iguazú National Park. The sighting occurred on National Route 101, 200 meters from the entrance to the Waterfalls. The images capture the size...

Biological corridors: saving the big felines of Latin America

Felines, with their grace, elusive behavior, and hunting skills, have captivated several biologists, artists, and poets for centuries. From the small domestic cat to the imposing big cats, these animals have become important actors in the history of the...

Avian flu alert in Washington: more than half of the large cats in a sanctuary have died

The **avian flu in Washington**, United States, is having more serious consequences than expected. Recently, **(https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/decenas-de-tigres-mueren-tras-contraer-gripe-aviar-en-el-sur-de-vietnam/)** due to the virus. This represents more than half of the population of the place. The **(https://www.wildfelids.org/index.html)** confirmed the sad news on their social...

Where does the lion, the king of the jungle, live?

Although it is called the "king of the jungle", lions live in a wide range of habitats, from open plains to thick shrublands and dry thorny forests. African lions live in savannas with large prey such as zebras, giraffes,...

Intensive training on coexistence among large felines: what was the activity like?

More than 30 professionals participated in Misiones in an intensive training on coexistence between large felines and farm animals. The activity took place in Península Andresito and was held over two days on December 11 and 12. It was led by...

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Criminal violence in Mexico leads to new Noah’s Ark: at least 700 animals to be relocated

Cruelty and animal abuse know no borders. The Ostok Sanctuary in Culiacán, northwest Mexico, was forced to move around...