SUMMARY
Conservationists in Argentina have photographed an elusive Andean Mountain Cat for the third year in a row using motion-activated trail cameras. The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Argentina highlighted the crucial role of these cameras in conserving the species, which is the most endangered cat in the Andes. The latest sighting occurred in January 2026 in the La Payunia Protected Natural Area. These discoveries confirm the cat's presence and the effectiveness of conservation strategies, though population trends remain unclear.
TAKEAWAYS
Andean cats have been photographed in Argentina for three consecutive years using camera traps.
Trail cameras are vital for conserving the endangered Andean cat, according to WCS Argentina.
The Andean cat is the most endangered feline species in the Andes, threatened by hunting and habitat loss.
Recent sightings confirm the species' presence but do not indicate population changes.