How have Jaguars adapted to meet the demands of their natural environment?
The paw pads of most wild cats have adapted to the necessity of stalking prey. The soft pads on their feet absorb their weight, allowing them to stalk their targets without jarring them with the rustling of grasses, branches, or leaves. Similarly, their eyes are set in the middle of their head, unlike prey-animals who have eyes set on the sides of their head. Having eyes set in the middle of head gives the jaguar the advantage of focused sight that allows them to hone-in on a target. Moreover, their ears are cupped and flexible, allowing them to move them independently to capture the direction of sounds.
