The estimated global population of jaguars is around 173,000 individuals, which is higher than previous conservative estimates such as the IUCN's figure of about 64,000. This higher estimate comes from recent large-scale studies, particularly in the Amazon rainforest, where jaguar densities were found to be significantly greater than earlier thought

. Jaguars are primarily found in the Americas, with the largest populations in Brazil (about 86,800), followed by Peru (22,000), Colombia (15,000), and the United States (only about 55 jaguars remain, nearly extinct there)

. Mexico's jaguar population is reportedly rebounding, with estimates expected to exceed 4,800 jaguars based on recent censuses

. Despite these numbers, jaguars face serious threats from habitat loss, poaching, and conflicts with humans, leading to declines in many subpopulations. Most jaguar subpopulations are classified as endangered or critically endangered, except the Amazonian subpopulation, which is considered of least concern due to its relative abundance

. In summary, while the total jaguar population is estimated to be around 173,000 individuals worldwide, they are under significant threat and have lost much of their historical range, making conservation efforts critical for their survival