Chasing Wildlife’s Guide to Animals
Love Mammals?
Get to know everything about wildlife. Learn the behaviors, habits and specifcs about your favorite mammals.
Crazy about birds?
Learn about the nesting habits and best places to spot your favorite birds.
Reptiles? Insects?
If your passions are for lesser known or less seen animals, check out the guide to reptiles and insects.
The importance of knowledge
Getting to know the myriad species of our world is extremely inportant. Whether it is for conservation or photography knowing species will help us protect them for future generations.
Mammals
Kodkod
The Kodkod or Guina is also known as the Chilean Cat. It has a lot of names but is not seen very often. It is at home in the mountains and islands of southern Chile.
Asiatic Golden Cat
Discover the elusive Asiatic Golden Cat (Catopuma temminckii), a remarkable and solitary feline thriving in the dense forests of Southeast Asia. Known for its stunning golden coat and diverse color morphs, this secretive cat plays a crucial role in its ecosystem.
African Golden Cat
The African Golden Cat (Caracal aurata) is a mysterious and captivating species, seldom seen and little understood. Roaming the rainforests of Central and West Africa, its presence is a testament to the rich, yet threatened, tapestry of African wildlife, urging efforts for its preservation.
Andean Mountain Cat
The Andean Mountain Cat (Leopardus jacobitus), one of the world’s most elusive felines, thrives in the high altitudes of the Andes. Its distinctive silver-grey fur and bushy tail highlight the unique biodiversity and the challenges of conservation in South America’s rugged landscapes.
Mountain Lion
The Mountain Lion is the most widespread of the cats in the Americas. Also known as the Puma or Cougar, it ranges from Patagonia to Canada and is most often seen in the mountains.
Jaguar
The jaguar (Panthera onca) stands out with its powerful build and distinctive rosettes, marking it as the apex predator of the New World. Residing from Argentina to the US, they favor tropical rainforests and wetlands. Jaguars are solitary, skilled in ambush hunting, primarily feeding on mammals and reptiles. Despite facing threats from habitat loss and hunting, they are vital for ecosystem balance and ecotourism.
Birds
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