A jaguarundi puma appeared in the yard of a house in Entre Ríos.
The animal was successfully captured without injury. The "Moorish cat" is being evaluated for subsequent release into the wild.
This Tuesday morning, in the Entre Ríos town of Villa Urquiza, a jaguarundi puma was found in the yard of a home. The homeowner immediately notified the local police, who began the necessary actions along with other provincial government departments to protect the animal.
The homeowner, Juan Luis Hunrrein, notified authorities after observing the wild cat peacefully roaming around his yard . Staff from the General Directorate for the Prevention of Rural Crimes – Paraná Brigade, along with wildlife ranger Bruno García of the General Directorate of Natural Resources, also intervened in the case.
Entre Ríos: Surprised by the appearance of a jaguarundi puma in the backyard of a house
After several minutes of careful work, the animal—known as a "Moorish cat" —was successfully captured without injury. It was then housed in a containment cage for quarantine, veterinary evaluation, and subsequent release into a natural environment appropriate for its species .
According to local media outlet Ahora Entre Ríos , the operation was coordinated between the Villa Urquiza Police Station, the Paraná Brigade, and Natural Resources personnel. Authorities emphasized the importance of the swift action, which saved the animal's life and protected the safety of residents .
It's worth mentioning that the jaguarundi puma (Puma yagouaroundi) is a native and protected species . According to experts, its appearance in urban areas reflects the growing pressure on its natural habitat.
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