Análise macroscópica comparativa do intestino do Puma Concolor e Felis Catus

Abstract

This study compared the macroscopic anatomy of the intestine of domestic cats and the Puma concolor, which is one of the largest felines in Brazil, widely distributed throughout the country, and is highly relevant as a flagship animal that suffers enormous losses due to human action. Due to its extreme national importance, the study of its anatomy is essential for academic, clinical, surgical purposes and for actions to preserve it. Since the digestive system is one of the main agents for the homeostasis of an organism, anatomical knowledge of the intestine, the largest portion of this system, is essential. The intestine of felines is divided into the small intestine, composed of the duodenum, jejunum and ileum, and the large intestine, composed of the cecum, colon and rectum. This work aims to analyze, describe and catalog the morphology of the intestine of the puma (Puma concolor) to improve anatomical knowledge of this animal for a variety of needs, such as scientific work, clinical and surgical assistance, environmental and food management, and mainly to help preserve and conserve this species.