Margay

An adult Margay is about the size of a housecat. A species that is now threatened by loss of habitat, i.e., forest being cut down to make room for banana groves and pastures. [Costa Rica].

Ocelot

An Ocelot is a terrestrial--and sometimes arboreal--cat that possesses very keen senses of smell and vision. It was formerly hunted for its pelt, almost to extinction. [Costa Rica].

Little Spotted Cat

A Little Spotted Cat in a tree. [Costa Rica].

Jaguarundi

The Jaguarundi is an unusual looking cat, with a body of about 2-1/2 feet, short legs, and a long tail. Its coloration can vary between golden, dark brown, or gray. It frequently lives in tropical habitat near a stream. It is an excellent fisherman. [Costa Rica].

Puma

A female Puma (also called cougar, panther, mountain lion) resting. This is the second largest cat, after the Jaguar, in the western hemisphere. [Costa Rica].