A black jaguar, often called a black panther, uses a deep, guttural warning call to signal danger or assert dominance. This sound can be a growl, hiss, or a loud, raspy cough-like call that echoes through the forest. In sanctuaries, these vocalizations are especially striking—powerful reminders of the jaguar’s wild nature. These calls help the animal communicate boundaries, express discomfort, or ward off perceived threats without resorting to aggression. Video credit goes to @alijahadi68 Feel f

Sound Up! A special capture of a female Florida panther, sometimes referred to as the "swamp screamer", yowling for a potential mate. Did you know panthers (which are a subspecies of puma) are not a true "big cat" - pumas lack the ability to roar like their larger cousins - e.g. tiger, leopard, lion, and jaguar. Although they cannot truly roar, Florida panthers are capable of making many different vocalizations depending on their mood and the situation. Panthers in Florida are known to be season