Baby ocelot is rescued inside a chicken coop in São José do Sul, RS A baby ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) was rescued inside a chicken coop on Wednesday afternoon (29) in the municipality of São José do Sul. The animal was located by a resident, who called the authorities. The action was carried out by military police officers from the 1st Environmental Police Battalion (1st BPAmb), through the Environmental Patrol of Montenegro (Patram). After rescue, the puppy underwent evaluation by veterinarians. ? Access the g1 RS channel on WhatsApp ?? The ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) is a medium-sized carnivorous mammal that weighs between 7 kg and 16 kg. Its coat has dark rosette-shaped spots and black stripes on a golden-yellow background. In Rio Grande do Sul, the species inhabits remaining areas of the Atlantic Forest and gallery forests, where it finds shelter and prey. The professionals found that the ocelot was in good health. The team then reinserted the animal into its natural habitat. The Military Brigade advises the population to avoid any attempt to capture, handle or feed them when encountering wild animals in urban or rural areas. The recommendation is to contact Patram, which has adequate training and means to provide assistance, ensuring the safety of people and the well-being of fauna. Baby ocelot is rescued inside a chicken coop in São José do Sul 1st BPAmb VIDEOS: Everything about RS