The jaguar was caught in a spectacular moment in the Pantanal, capturing an alligator during the attack. A series of videos was shared on Instagram by animal photographer Ailton Lara. The video shows a jaguar named Patricia catching an alligator to feed her cubs.
“We saw Patricia, a female jaguar, who caught an alligator in front of us to feed her cubs,” he commented on the social network. The post went viral on social media, prompting numerous reactions from users impressed by the animal’s strength.
In the same area of the Pantanal, another video captures the moment giant otters “put the jaguar on the run.” The images were provided by the same photographer, Ailton Lara, and show the importance of biodiversity conservation and ecological balance in the region.
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Ailton Lara, photographer who helps raise awareness of the importance of preserving the Pantanal.
The Pantanal is one of the largest wetlands in the world with a rich variety of animal and plant species. However, the region is suffering from fires, deforestation and climate change, putting the entire ecosystem at risk.
The preservation of the Pantanal has been a constant concern of environmentalists and local authorities looking for alternatives to keep the region healthy and sustainable. Conservation projects and responsible tourism are some of the measures taken to preserve the natural heritage of the Pantanal.
Ailton Lara, a photographer who captured the spectacular moments of the life of the jaguar and giant otter, is known for his work documenting the Brazilian fauna. Your photos and videos are important in raising awareness of the importance of preserving Brazil’s biodiversity and ecosystems.
Source: Ndmais