Archive 2024 · Run, Puma, Run.
p.1 #1Run, Puma, Run.
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I was able to spend some time with the Pumas in Patagonia last month. It was probably one of the most exhilarating experience of my life and I cannot wait to go back again.
there are so many experiences and stories that include the bitter sweet one that gave us the privilege and the honor of naming a few weeks old puma cub, which will follow later.
Our guide was unbelievable and had an uncanny sense of puma behavior and is a puma whisperer. We will most certainly go back again
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1 - Amarga the female puma who was drinking water after feeding, suddenly realized that she left the kill unguarded, sprinting back
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2- sub adult chasing the chimangos (caracara) so that they do not give away the location of the carcass
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3 - there I almost got you...
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4- Coiran the mother with Torres del Paine in the bacground
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5- Amarga with the tail used for balancing sprinting to the carcass.
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6- Amaraga full of energy
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7- oof that look
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8- Carnasa - walking within close proximity, both the puma and I on the ground with nothing in between
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9-portrait
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10- can you spot Fierra the female puma?
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11- female walking by
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12 - stop and take the time to smell the flowers
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Feb 10, 2024 at 05:54 PM
p.1 #2Run, Puma, Run.
These are all great yet the first is incredible KD.
Morris
Morris
Feb 10, 2024 at 07:25 PM
p.1 #7Run, Puma, Run.
What an amazing experience and great photos ! Viewing these I feel like I was standing right there next to you. Voted !
Gary
Gary
Feb 11, 2024 at 07:53 AM
p.1 #8Run, Puma, Run.
morris wrote:
These are all great yet the first is incredible KD.
Morris
Thanks so much Morris
These are all great yet the first is incredible KD.
Morris
Thanks so much Morris
Feb 11, 2024 at 08:48 AM
p.1 #9Run, Puma, Run.
You are giving me goosebumps buddy with the close proximity images!! Wow what a terrific encounter, these are special my friend, congrats and nice work!
Karl
Karl
Feb 11, 2024 at 09:30 AM
p.1 #10Run, Puma, Run.
Second the Goose bumps KD, a lovely set. Love them all but the portrait really sweet.
Dave
Dave
Feb 11, 2024 at 09:35 AM
p.1 #11Run, Puma, Run.
johnohio wrote:
Great looking stuff KD !
John
thanks so much. It was one of the most exhilarating experience of my life
Great looking stuff KD !
John
thanks so much. It was one of the most exhilarating experience of my life
Feb 11, 2024 at 10:09 AM
p.1 #13Run, Puma, Run.
Wonderful shots. Do you know if there have been any attacks on humans there? We have been having some issues up here in the NW, esp. with mountain bikers. I don't worry much unless there have been recent sightings in the area, then Itry to keep my eye out when riding.
Feb 11, 2024 at 10:51 AM
p.1 #14Run, Puma, Run.
Bill Gass wrote:
So beautiful but #8 is scary...Glad you're ok.
Agreed and it was the most amazing experience for me.
So beautiful but #8 is scary...Glad you're ok.
Agreed and it was the most amazing experience for me.
Feb 11, 2024 at 11:58 AM
p.1 #15Run, Puma, Run.
These are fantastic KD ! Just an incredible set of images. What an experience and I'm so happy for you. I'm like a few others, these give me goosebumps just looking at them. The first thing I noticed was the size of their paws. What a powerful and beautiful cat. Congrats, and well done Bud ! Did I vote, you bet I did !
Greg
Greg
Feb 11, 2024 at 03:14 PM
p.1 #16Run, Puma, Run.
Stunning photos. I went to Patagonia last October, had some photos of pumas. But they are no match to yours. I also want to go back. Having said that, may I ask the name of the guiding service you used? Thanks.
Feb 11, 2024 at 03:32 PM
p.1 #17Run, Puma, Run.
xterra07 wrote:
Wonderful, #10 is the best 😀
thanks Bob. yes the environmental shots were insanely awesome and nice.
Wonderful, #10 is the best 😀
thanks Bob. yes the environmental shots were insanely awesome and nice.
Feb 11, 2024 at 05:01 PM
p.1 #19Run, Puma, Run.
KD, These are just incredible! Wonderful set -- No.s 1 & 10 are real standout images.
Greg
Greg
Feb 11, 2024 at 09:18 PM
p.1 #20Run, Puma, Run.
douter wrote:
Oh these are wonderful, K.D.!
Douglas
thanks Douglas. the opportunity to get puma shots this close is incredible
Oh these are wonderful, K.D.!
Douglas
thanks Douglas. the opportunity to get puma shots this close is incredible
Feb 11, 2024 at 11:36 PM