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Shot Jaguar Rescued in Brazil, Faces Intensive Care

10/10/2025

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A wounded jaguar was rescued from Brazil's Rio Negro after being shot multiple times on October 1, 2023.
The Amazon Military Police responded to a call about the jaguar struggling in the water and provided a flotation device to assist it.
Medical examinations found over 30 bullet fragments in the jaguar's face, along with broken teeth and severe injuries.
The jaguar is currently receiving intensive care at a clinic in Manaus.
Authorities have initiated an investigation but have not yet identified the shooter.

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Story summary

A wounded jaguar was rescued from Brazil's Rio Negro after being shot multiple times on October 1, 2023.
The Amazon Military Police responded to a call about the jaguar struggling in the water and provided a flotation device to assist it.
Medical examinations found over 30 bullet fragments in the jaguar's face, along with broken teeth and severe injuries.
The jaguar is currently receiving intensive care at a clinic in Manaus.
Authorities have initiated an investigation but have not yet identified the shooter.