Jaguar
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Status
Near Threatened
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Scientific Name
Panthera onca
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Length
Up to 6 ft.
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Habitats
Forests, Grasslands
Jaguars are strong swimmers and climbers and require large areas of tropical rain forest and stretches of riverbank to survive. Hunting and habitat loss due to deforestation continue to threaten the survival of these marvelous cats. WWF has worked with the government of Brazil to successfully protect large blocks of Amazon forest for the jaguar. In Peru, WWF continues to track jaguars to learn more about their habitat requirements.
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5 forest-dwelling wildlife species we love
Celebrating World Wildlife Day with 5 of our favorite wildlife species living in forest habitats around the world.

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