In this episode of Rewildology, I take you into the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, where I had my breathtaking first encounter with Rupestre, a "queen of the Andes." Join me as I explore how these magnificent apex predators have become a conservation success story in Chilean Patagonia, thriving where they're often persecuted elsewhere. I sit down with Nicolás Lagos from Panthera to uncover groundbreaking discoveries about puma social behavior that challenge everything we thought we knew about these "solitary" cats. Then I visit Estancia Cerro Guido, where innovative solutions like livestock guardian dogs are transforming traditional ranching practices and proving that conservation and human livelihoods can flourish together. This episode reveals how Torres del Paine is pioneering the coexistence model that could reshape predator conservation worldwide. Discover how you can support Project Patagonia and be part of our conservation efforts in this remarkable landscape. What was your main takeaway from the episode? Let me know on YouTube or through Rewildology’s social channels! Thanks for listening!
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Where the Wild Calls: A Journey through Patagonia's Route of Parks
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction: A Puma Encounter
02:09 Welcome to Episode 2 of Where the Wild Calls
02:26 Exploring Torres del Paine National Park
06:31 Interview with Nicolas Lagos from Panthera
09:07 Revolutionary Puma Behavior Discoveries
13:55 Puma-rancher conflict
15:29 Panthera’s Puma Coexistence Program
18:43 Fostering pride for pumas
21:26 Visit to Cerro Guido
29:00 Conclusion: The Future of Puma Coexistence in Patagonia
30:46 Join the Adventure: Project Patagonia
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