Jaguarete'i appears in the protected areas of Itaipu
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Loading... - Hilda Abbas
- 21 Aug 2024
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A rare sighting of a jaguar, locally known as jaguarete'i, has been reported in one of the protected areas managed by Itaipú Binacional, highlighting the critical role that these natural reserves and biological refuges play in wildlife conservation.
The jaguar, or ocelot, identified as Leopardus pardalis, is native to Paraguay but is considered "near threatened" due to the ongoing challenges of habitat loss and illegal hunting.
This species, though spread across the American continent, is increasingly rare in the Itaipú region. Jaguars are crucial for maintaining ecological balance, adapting to a variety of environments including forests, savannas, scrublands, and even areas impacted by human activities.
However, they are most often found in dense, well-preserved vegetation that provides them with the necessary shelter, safe breeding grounds, and abundant food sources.
Itaipú's network of natural reserves—Tatí Yupí, Pikyry, Itabó, Limoy, Carapá, Pozuelo, and the Mbaracayú Binational Biological Refuge—serves as critical habitats for these and other species, emphasizing the importance of continued conservation efforts to protect Paraguay's diverse wildlife.
