Jaguarundi Facts, Pictures & Information for Kids & Adults

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Funkariyan on Instagram: "The jaguarundi (Herpailurus yagouaroundi) is a small wild cat native to Central and South America, with rare sightings in southern Texas. It’s a close relative of the puma (cougar) but looks very different — long and slender like an otter, with short legs, a long tail, and a small, flat head. Because of this unique shape, it’s often nicknamed the “otter cat.” Unlike most wild cats, the jaguarundi is active during the day (diurnal). It’s a skilled hunter, catching small