It’s one of the most famous residents of the Torres del Paine National Park, and its presence is key to keeping the ecosystem in balance. Here are some of the characteristics of the largest cat in Chile.

The Patagonian puma provokes a lot of interest among tourists who visit  Torres del Paine. They’re not easy to spot, even though they’re the largest cat species in Chile, due to its exceptional camouflage skills and, true to their solitary character, they prefer to stay away from curious humans.

However, while we can’t always see them at first sight, we know that they are around hiding. The guides at Tierra Patagonia are very familiar with pumas and, with their knowledge and experience, are known for being able to help visitors get a privileged and lucky view of a puma in action. This, of course, is always done while keeping a safe distance from the big cats, as we don’t want to intrude.