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The Pantanal region in Brazil has been identified as a crucial sanctuary for jaguars during periods of drought and wildfires, according to a recent study. Following the devastating fires in the Pantanal, a significant number of jaguars have migrated into designated protected areas, highlighting the importance of such habitats in the face of climate change.
Researchers from Oregon State University conducted an extensive study, published in the journal Global Change Biology, which relied on wildlife camera footage and the analysis of 175 fecal samples. The study area, encompassing approximately 15,000 hectares in the northern part of the Pantanal, is the largest wetland in the world and is often inundated for extended periods, making it largely accessible only by boat.
Observations indicated that while jaguar activity initially decreased after the fires, it quickly rebounded. Within a year, juvenile jaguars were born, and many individuals from surrounding areas migrated into the site, suggesting that this region serves as a climate refuge that mitigates the impacts of extreme weather events.
Notably, the dietary habits of the jaguars in this region differ from typical patterns, as previous research has indicated that they primarily feed on aquatic prey, including fish and caimans, rather than terrestrial animals. This behavior persisted even as the availability of other prey species increased.
The wildfires in the Pantanal in 2020 resulted in the destruction of over 4.45 million hectares, leading to the loss of millions of vertebrates. Experts have attributed the severity of these fires to a combination of drought, extreme heat, and human activities. In light of these findings, researchers are advocating for improved fire management strategies and the protection of these vital refuges.
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