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.
Photo and information credits: Alex Kirichko Hermanita (Sister). For day 5 of #challengeonnaturephotography from Julien Boule I have chosen the picture of one of the most illusive of the big cats - mountain lion. I have seen puma in the wild first time in my life this year in Chile. This picture was taken in Torres del Paine National Park in July. We had a big privilege to track that young female mountain lion and follow her on foot for 1,5 hour. Her name is Hermanita (it means sister). This year she has just been separated from her mother and she is still establishing her own territory. I would like to nominate very good wildlife photographer Jaco Marx from South Africa to post one photo a day for seven days and to also nominate another person each day. Enjoy his pictures. Chile, Torres Del Paine National Park. July 2015.