The subtle art of protecting pumas in Chile’s southern pampas

In South America’s remote southern pampas, local gauchos were once paid by farmers to kill pumas, a huge threat to livestock. But one woman has been instrumental in changing hearts and minds; a cultural shift that’s led to thriving puma numbers and a surge in tourism. The post The subtle art of protecting pumas in Chile’s southern pampas appeared first on Adventure.com.

Jun 18, 2025 - 12:42
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The subtle art of protecting pumas in Chile’s southern pampas

In South America’s remote southern pampas, local gauchos were once paid by farmers to kill pumas, a huge threat to livestock. But one woman has been instrumental in changing hearts and minds; a cultural shift that’s led to thriving puma numbers and a surge in tourism.

The post The subtle art of protecting pumas in Chile’s southern pampas appeared first on Adventure.com.