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What is the meaning of the word 'Jaguar'?
What is the meaning of the word 'Jaguar'?
- One who hunts in the dark
- One who kills with one leap (correct)
- One who climbs with agility
- One who roams the jungle
How does the size of jaguars compare to other big cats?
How does the size of jaguars compare to other big cats?
- They are the third largest cat in the world (correct)
- They are the largest cat in the world
- They are smaller than leopards
- They are the second largest cat in the world
How can you differentiate between jaguars and leopards?
How can you differentiate between jaguars and leopards?
- By their habitat preference
- By their circular markings called rosettes (correct)
- By their size and weight
- By their long tails
What is a unique feature of jaguars' heads and legs?
What is a unique feature of jaguars' heads and legs?
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What is a notable characteristic of jaguars' behavior regarding water?
What is a notable characteristic of jaguars' behavior regarding water?
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Study Notes
The Meaning of the Word 'Jaguar'
- The word 'jaguar' comes from the Native American word 'yaguar', meaning "he who kills with one leap".
Size Comparison with Other Big Cats
- Jaguars are the largest cats in the Americas and the third-largest in the world, after lions and tigers.
- They can weigh up to 250 pounds (113 kg) and reach lengths of up to 6 feet (1.8 meters).
Differentiating between Jaguars and Leopards
- Jaguars have a more muscular build and a broader, rounder head than leopards.
- Jaguars have a distinctive black spot pattern on their coats, with a yellow or golden background, whereas leopards have a rosette-shaped spot pattern.
Unique Features of Jaguars' Heads and Legs
- Jaguars have a distinctive broad, flat head with a short, broad snout.
- They have extremely powerful jaws and strong legs, with large, broad paws.
Behavior Regarding Water
- Jaguars are excellent swimmers and often cool off in rivers and streams.
- They are also known to hunt fish and other aquatic animals in the water.
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Test your knowledge about the enigmatic and powerful Jaguar with these ten fascinating facts. Learn about their name's origins, size, and other interesting characteristics that make them one of the most elusive big cats in the Americas.
