Puma standing on a ridge, Chile.
Patagonia
A female puma surveys the expansive landscape of Patagonia, Chile, perched on a high ridge with a serene blue lake in the distance. Known for her stealth and hunting prowess, she watches the terrain below, scanning for any sign of movement in the wild Patagonian plains. The rugged mountains of Torres del Paine loom in the background, adding to the dramatic scenery of this iconic region.
Patagonia's wilderness offers a stunning backdrop for the puma, one of the area’s most elusive predators. In this image, the majestic cat embodies the raw beauty and untamed spirit of the Patagonian landscape, capturing the essence of life in one of the most remote and breathtaking places on Earth.
Scientific name: Puma concolor. Photo © copyright by Carl Donohue.