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Date: Apr-17

Location: Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan.

Did you know?

To monitor tiger populations and gather data on their movements and behaviours, researchers use various techniques, including camera traps, radio collaring, and genetic analysis of scat (faeces) samples. These methods provide valuable insights into tiger ecology and aid in conservation planning.

About the picture

This image of a jumping tigress was captured in Ranthambhore National Park in April 2017. The tigress–Arrowhead–was separated from her suitor by a stream. Not wanting to get her paws wet, she crossed the stream in a single leap and met her mate. This photograph is the first frame of the entire leaping sequence.

Fun Fact

A tiger's back legs are longer than its front legs, which makes it a running, jumping, and pouncing machine.They can jump up to 5 metres vertically.