SUMMARY
A trail camera operated by the University of Arizona’s Wild Cat Research & Conservation Center has recorded an exceedingly rare sighting of a jaguar in southern Arizona. This individual, nicknamed 'Cinco', is one of only five jaguars documented in the region over the past 15 years. Jaguars are the largest cat native to North America and are considered an umbrella species, indicating ecosystem health. The species is endangered in the United States and Mexico, with sightings in Arizona being particularly uncommon.
TAKEAWAYS
A trail camera captured footage of a jaguar in southern Arizona.
This is one of only five jaguars recorded in the area in the last 15 years.
Jaguars are North America's largest native cat and an indicator of ecosystem health.
The species is endangered in the United States and Mexico.