Big Picture: Jaguar vs. Caiman

In the edge between jungle and river in Brazil's Pantanal region lives a population of jaguars well-adapted to their riparian habitat. The cats' swimming ability, large size, and staggeringly strong jaws aid them in hunting an abundant prey species - caimans. Jami Tarris brings us an energizing series of photos of a successful hunt. This male jaguar, locally known as Bororo, stalked and battled with its strong prey for so long that the photographer was able to put down her camera to take video. In the end, the cat prevailed and dragged its meal onto the shore where it could feed in peace.

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