The jaguar is one of the most endangered animals in the world but also one shrouded by legend and mystery. In history it was believed shamans could transform into jaguars and in Mayan society it was believed they were reincarnations of old kings. Jaguars live in a variety of habitats . Currently there are stable jaguar populations in several areas including Mexico and Argentina.
Jaguars face many obstacles that make it harder for them to live in coexistence with humans. One main problem is being shot or poisoned by livestock farmers. The other is a short food supply. Jaguars and humans present competition to each other when it comes to food. The humans have over hunted many large animals making them very scarce. Since the jaguar eats mainly large animals this poses a problem.
The WCS started a conservation program for jaguars in 1999 . The WCS works with locals to educate them about jaguars and the importance of not killing. The WCS found that while doing this program it was discovered that over 80% of jaguars live within hunting range of a livestock farm. Jaguars are a dieing breed, it is very important that more is done and more people are educated to save the species.
I didn't know that jaguars had so much spiritual meaning to some people. It's sad that they have trouble getting food, because of humans. It's good that the WCS is trying to educate people and help save the jaguars, and make more people aware.
ReplyDeleteIts great that there is at least one organization trying to protect jaguars. Hopefully they can stop the species from being endangered.
ReplyDeleteIt is a shame that animals like the jaguar are endangered. I hope that the WCS will make lots of progress in educating people and to help save the jaguar population.
ReplyDeleteI never would've known jaguars are one of the most endangered species of today. That's too bad. They're such a majestic species. It makes me mad that humans kill them. Seriously, what for? Their fur? Just so we can witness yet another wealthy lady brag about her "real" furred coat. Psh people these days. I'm telling you, have absolutely no heart.
ReplyDeleteI hate it when people kill for basically no reason at all. It's such as waste, and it's really frustrating. I hope the WCS can make a difference.
ReplyDeleteJaguars are beautiful animals, and should be protected against in as many ways as possible. I hope the WCS makes a lot of progress with this.
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