There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
HAPPY NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL JAGUAR DAY.
Marlon du Toit
''A Capybara in full flight as it narrowly escapes a hunting attempt by a male jaguar. We had been following the Jaguar on the hunt & swimming for a short time when we noticed some floating vegetation up ahead. On it was a family of Capybara. The Jaguar immediately spotted them & we moved up ahead so as to see the action take place. We could not have been better positioned.
The Capybara did indeed make a very narrow escape & the Jaguar was 2 seconds too late. I shot the rodent as it flew through the air & immediately swung my lens back to where the Jaguar would emerge. By merging the two frames I’m able to tell the story of just how near the Capybara was to meeting its end.''