Puma captured on a camera trap.

(Photo: WCS Ecuador)

We may never know the entirety of the natural world’s vast beauty.

The results offer a rare insight into the creatures' daily lives and habits.

Wildlife Conservation Society Camera Traps Compile Database on Amazon Rainforest Animals

Puma captured on a camera trap. (Photo: WCS Ecuador)

Data was collected over the course of two decades from 143 field sites in the Amazon basin.

In total, the little furry critter was recorded almost 12,000 times.

But since then, theyve become an indispensable tool for conservation and wildlife research.

Wildlife Conservation Society Camera Traps Compile Database on Amazon Rainforest Animals

Andean bear captured on a camera trap. (Photo: WCS Ecuador)

This new study highlights their importance in more ways than one.

Andean bear captured on a camera trap.

(Photo: WCS Ecuador)

Jaguar captured on a camera trap.

Wildlife Conservation Society Camera Traps Compile Database on Amazon Rainforest Animals

Jaguar captured on a camera trap. (Photo: WCS Ecuador)

(Photo: WCS Ecuador)

Giant anteater captured on a camera trap.

(Photo: WCS Bolivia)

Watch this video to see the fascinating creatures in action.

Wildlife Conservation Society Camera Traps Compile Database on Amazon Rainforest Animals

Giant anteater captured on a camera trap. (Photo: WCS Bolivia)