Jaguarundi (15 photos)

Jaguarundi (Herpailurus yaguarondi or Felis yaguarondi) - predatory mammal of the cat family. A close relative of the cougar, hence one of the alternative names of the animal - Puma yaguarondi.
Jaguarundis - secretive animals, leading predominantly solitary lifestyle (except for mating season). Unlike most cats, jaguarundi active mostly during the day; peaks of activity at 11 am. Jaguarundis - land animals, but they are good at climbing and swimming.