Over the years it was incredibly difficult and almost impossible to access jaguar in its natural habitats. But, thanks to new technologies, everything is possible and now we know:

Jaguar’s Habitat

Jaguars live in biodiversity-rich regions and they are native to of Central and South America. Their main places of living are forest and areas close to water sources. Jaguars are capable swimmers, and they can swim so fast that they make bow waves. But they prefer living in sheltered areas, far from people. But if you happen to see a jaguar in the wild, you are a lucky dog, this impression will last forever. Jaguars are gracious, beautiful and so dangerous. Very often jaguars are called jungle cats.

Appearance

As a rule, the jaguar is approximately 6 feet long, and weighs nearly 250 p, it has a muscular and strong body and stout legs. Paws are more than powerful. Coats of leopards are bright, thick and got a lot of spots. Most jaguars are orange or tan and get very distinctive spots. Average lifespan in the wild: 12 to 15 years.

Jaguar Animal as a Hunter

The jaguar is a nocturnal animal, so it hunts mostly during the dark hours of the day.Jaguars eat exceptionally meat (that is, other animals! and fish!). They are very intelligent.

Threats

The first and the most dangerous threat is PEOPLE! Yeah, a lot of us adore wearing luxurious leopard coats, so poaching flourishes.

Main reasons for a chameleon to change colours are: light, temperature, and emotions of this particular species. Chameleons can be of various colours: green, turquoise, blue-green and black. Skin of these animals has 4 layers and it is transparent. These 4 layers cooperate in order to produce various colours.

Interesting facts:

• chameleons prefer loneliness (even can’t stand company, especially of other chameleons). When 2 chameleons meet, they started impressing each other, showing various menacing postures and colours;
• when a chameleon is attacked by a predator he turns his colour to red with yellow stripes;
• when chameleons feel sick, their colours turn to pale, ’cause they don’t have enough energy to change colours. 

Find more about chameleons here.