In a remarkable conservation development, a puma, also known as onça-parda or Puma concolor, has been recorded for the first time in Alagoas in 25 years. The sighting was made in the Sertão region by the Instituto SOS Caatinga, and the confirmation came from Rick Taynor Andrade Vieira, a veterinarian and vice president of the organization. The last documented presence of this species in the area dates back to 2001, specifically in the vicinity of Várzea da Marituba in Piaçabuçu. The return of the puma to Alagoas is particularly significant as this species is classified as vulnerable to extinction by the Instituto Chico Mendes de Conservação da Biodiversidade (ICMBio). The most recent state list, published in 2017, reiterates this classification. This sighting not only raises awareness about the conservation status of the puma but also highlights the importance of protective measures for endangered species in the region. Due to concerns over poaching, the exact location of the sighting has not been disclosed by the Instituto SOS Caatinga. This decision is rooted in the ongoing challenges related to wildlife safety in Brazil, as there remains a culture of hunting these animals in certain areas. The organization aims to protect the species by preventing potential risks associated with revealing specific locations where these vulnerable animals are found.