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Date: Apr-09

Location: Kabini (Nagarhole) National Park, Karnataka.

Did you know?

Kabini, which is part of the Nagarahole forest located in Karnataka, is a park with diverse landscapes, including lush forests, water bodies, and open grasslands. It provides an ideal habitat for tigers to thrive and roam freely. Visitors to Kabini have the rare opportunity to embark on thrilling tiger safaris, offering a chance to witness these majestic predators in their natural environment.

About the picture

This image was taken on the Kabini backwaters in Nagarahole National Park in April 2009. Unknown to us, this male tiger was on the riverbank, submerged in the water and resting. As we passed him, he jumped out of the water, walked past us, and sat at the edge of the forest. Watching this big fella for quite some time was a treat. Later in the evening, as a herd of elephants came from the forest to drink water, he quietly got up and went inside the forest.

Fun Fact

Tigers don't only have striped fur, they also have striped skin.