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Young Puma Found in Santa Fe Front Yard Is Safely Captured

Officials are evaluating the male at the provincial La Esmeralda rescue center for a decision on placement.

Overview

  • The animal was discovered around 5:30 a.m. Thursday in the front patio of a home on Ignacio Crespo in the Cabaña Leiva neighborhood.
  • Neighbors secured their dogs and called 911 before ecological police and provincial wildlife personnel reached the scene.
  • Specialists Juan Lazarte and Ramón Sesario contained the puma with non‑invasive techniques using a transport crate.
  • The rescued animal is a young male under veterinary observation at the ex Granja La Esmeralda, with reports differing on possible minor facial injuries.
  • Authorities are investigating how it entered the urban area as the case renews discussion about wildlife near city edges and intervention protocols.