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In Real Video, A Farm Reacts To Jaguar Attacks Using A Guzerá Cow With Warning Bells As Jaguar Scarer To Protect Calves Until Ibama Intervenes.
In the rainforest area, a farm reacts to a series of jaguar attacks that would have already claimed between 30 and 40 calves by choosing a fiercer Guzerá cow, drilling a hole in her horn and installing two warning bells to try to protect the calves during the night. The idea is simple and emergency-based: use the noise of the bravest “godmother” to scare off the predator until Ibama can intervene in the region.
The case was shown in a video by a cattle management and hoof trimming channel, which arrived at Mr. Walter’s property specifically to help find a temporary solution. While the jaguar continues to stalk the pasture and the small calves remain vulnerable, the farm reacts with creativity, field knowledge, and technical support, copying practices used in other regions until an official response from the environmental agencies arrives.
Jaguar Takes Dozens Of Calves And Farm Reacts To Protect The Herd
According to reports, the problem became serious when the property owner realized that a jaguar had already taken more than 30 to 40 small calves, while the larger steers were kept in a separate lot due to the risk.
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The attacks occur mainly at night, near the forest, when the cows go further into the pasture with their calves.
Against the growing losses, the farm reacts by separating six Guzerá cows considered the “mothers” of the herd, that is, the most protective cows, which tend to stay at the front of the group and face possible threats.
The mission of the team in the corral was to choose one of them to carry two bells on her horn, acting as a kind of alert guard for the entire calf herd.
How The Farm Reacts: Choice Of The Bravest Guzerá Cow
In the corral, the foreman separates the six Guzerá cows from the property, all of Indian lineage, known for their hardiness and courage.
From there, the fine selection begins. They observe the horn, posture, and behavior of each animal until they decide which cow will receive the bells.
The farm reacts by prioritizing the bravest and most alert cow, the one that is more “forward” to the danger.
In the video, the team highlights a Guzerá with a “black face,” with a more open and curved horn, considered the fiercest in the lot and with the ideal profile to face a jaguar while also carrying the bell without too much discomfort.
The choice is not random. In addition to being a fast cow that keeps up well with the herd, the horn shape should allow the bell to fit better, avoiding excessive swaying and the risk of hurting or bothering the animal too much.
Hoof Trimming And Preparation Of The Cow Before The Bells
Before drilling the horn and hanging the bells, the farm reacts by caring for the chosen cow. In the chute, the team conducts a quick hoof trim, adjusting hands and feet to provide more comfort and safety to the animal, which will be even more demanded in the pasture, walking ahead of the group.
The presenter emphasizes that the well-being of the cow comes first, followed by the experiment with the bell, since she will be the one to “work” to protect the calves.
During the process, the team uses specific products to strengthen hooves and treat cracks, creating space for application and protecting the health of the animal.
This stage shows that the farm reacts not just with improvisation, but also with technique, combining hoof trimming and management knowledge with a practical solution to scare off the jaguar without harming the cow.
Horn Drilling And Installation Of Alert Bells
With the cow already contained in the squeeze, the most delicate moment arrives: drilling the horn. The farm reacts carefully by choosing precisely the area where there is no sensitivity, using a fine drill to only penetrate the hollow part, without hitting the “live” part of the horn.
To calm the Guzerá, the team places a cloth over her head, reducing visual stimuli and helping the cow to stay calmer.
The team itself emphasizes in the video that the drilling is done at a pain-free point with no risk to the animal, just enough to allow the steel cable that holds the bell to pass through.
Then, two bells are installed, one on each horn. The choice is for large bells, with a sound strong enough to function as a real alert, not just a discreet little noise.
The team comments that the idea was inspired by experiences from the Pantanal, where the use of bells on cattle has already proven effective in some predator cases.
Test Of The “Jaguar Scarer” And First Steps In The Pasture
With the hoof trimming done and the bells installed, the cow is released again. The first few minutes are of agitation, loud noise, and a lot of movement, which is expected right after the procedure.
The farm reacts by observing attentively how the Guzerá adapts to the new equipment, already planning to return her to the herd as soon as she is calmer.
When the cow walks more slowly, the sound of the bells becomes more rhythmic, even reminiscent of a church bell, as they joke in the video.
The expectation is that, when the jaguar approaches the calves at night, the brave cow will charge at it, making enough noise to scare off the predator and warn the rest of the herd.
The team reinforces that this is a temporary and emergency measure, a “jaguar scarer” while the farm continues to contact Ibama and awaits a definitive solution for the case, such as capturing the animal or another legal management method.
Emergency Measure Until Ibama Arrives: Limit Between Protection And Official Management
Throughout the account, it is clear that the farm reacts trying to protect the calves without resorting to illegal actions against the jaguar, opting for a noise and active protection solution instead of direct confrontation with the wild animal.
The team comments that the owner is already in contact with Ibama and expects a team to come to the area to assess the situation and propose a technical solution for the predator’s presence.
In the meantime, the goal is to reduce losses with the minimum possible risk to the cattle and to the jaguar itself, using the Guzerá cow as an ally in the field.
In the end, the image that remains is that of a property that does not wait idly. Among calves about 60 days old, dense forest, vines, and tense nights, the farm reacts with what it has on hand, practical knowledge, and partnership from those who live the daily life of cattle farming and management.
And you, what do you think of this emergency solution with the “jaguar scarer” cow: is it an intelligent way to protect the herd until Ibama arrives, or would you have another idea for a farm reacting in cases of jaguar attacks?
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