The Andean Mountain cat lives in the countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Peru, and the northern Patagonian steppe in Argentina (“Andean Cat- International Society for Endangered Cats (ISEC) Canada”). The cat lives in the higher elevations of the Andes mountains. They are found in areas with other species Andean fox, puma, mountain caracara, tinamous, and seed snipe ( E. Yensen, et. al). The scientific name of the Andean Mountain cat is Leopardus jacobita. “It was first described by Emilio COrnalia who names it in honour of Jacobita Mantegazza” (“Andean Mountain Cat”). Other names of Andean Mountain cat are, “Andean Cat, Mountain Cat, Chat Des Andes (French), Chinchay, Gato Andino, Gato Lince (Spanish)” (Acosta, G.). Andean mountain cat…show more content… Also has thick dark stripes extending down from the back and prominent dark grey bars run across its chest and forelegs (“Andean Mountain Cat”). The tail is thick, long, and banded with maybe seven dark rings. There are differences between juvenile and adult Andean Mountain cats. The Juveniles have a lighter coloration and more smaller blotches in their fur compared to the adult Andean Mountain Cat. “The Andean Mountain Cat’s tail is used for warmth, wrapping it around the body when asleep, tucking their nose inside, and for balancing when chasing prey” (“Andean Cat- International Society for Endangered Cats (ISEC) Canada”). The Andean Mountain cat has an acute sense of hearing, which assist with hunting, due to a well developed ear drums. The height of a adult Andean Mountain Cat is approximately 36 cm and weight to approximately 4…show more content… The Andean Cat Conservation Action Plan has six objectives. To determine the current distribution and relative abundance of Andean Cat populations and the threats that affect the species and natural ecosystems. To carry out scientific research to provide basic information on Andean Cat biology and ecology. To mitigate impacts of human activities on the Andean Cat and natural ecosystems through community education and participation. To strengthen the management of protected areas where the Andean Cat is present, promote the establishment of new areas or corridors and encourage the development of conservation initiatives in the region. To promote the implementation and adequacy of conservation legislation and policies regarding the Andean Cat and natural ecosystems. To continuously evaluate the actions developed in the implementation of this
