What cultures worshiped jaguars?

Jaguars were revered in several Mesoamerican cultures, particularly by the Maya and the Aztecs. In Maya mythology, the jaguar was associated with the underworld and was seen as a powerful symbol of strength and the spiritual world. The Aztecs also regarded the jaguar as a symbol of power and ferocity, often linking it to their warrior class and deities such as Tezcatlipoca. Additionally, various indigenous tribes in the Amazon rainforest have also held the jaguar in high esteem, viewing it as a protector and a guide in the spiritual realm.