the jaguar (Panthera onca) and the cougar, also known as the puma or mountain lion (Puma concolor).
Jaguar: The jaguar is the largest cat species in the Americas and is native to Mexico, as well as various other countries in Central and South America. They inhabit a range of ecosystems, including rainforests, swamps, grasslands, and mountains. Jaguars have a distinctive rosette pattern on their fur and are known for their powerful build and ability to swim. However, due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and poaching, jaguars are considered a near-threatened species.
Cougar (Puma): Cougars have a wide distribution throughout the Americas, including Mexico. They are adaptable and can thrive in diverse habitats, ranging from mountains and forests to deserts and coastal areas. Cougars have a slender body, short fur, and a long tail. They are known for their stealth and agility, often hunting alone. Cougars are listed as a species of least concern on the IUCN Red List, but local populations may face threats from habitat loss and conflicts with humans.