Mr. Sanjay Kumar, a 2002-batch IAS officer, recently captivated wildlife enthusiasts on social media by sharing a breathtaking video of a tigress patrolling her territory in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Mr. Kumar posted the clip accompanied by a vivid description of the majestic scene.
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In the video, the tigress is seen cooling off in her preferred waterhole before embarking on her evening patrol as dusk sets in — a time when big cats typically become active. The background echoes with alarm calls of macaques and birds, signaling the predator’s presence and adding to the raw beauty of the moment.
Describing the experience, Mr. Kumar wrote, “After cooling off in her favorite waterhole, the queen walks out to start her evening patrol and hunting in the cooler hours of late evening & night. Her presence is announced by the alarm call of the macaques in the background.”
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After cooling off in her favorite waterhole the queen walks out to start her evening patrol and hunting in the cooler hours of late evening & night. Her presence is announced by the alarm call of the macaques in the background. @ntca_india @DudhwaTR @moefcc @rameshpandeyifs pic.twitter.com/78Cuv0Jimo
— Sanjay Kumar IAS (@skumarias02) April 18, 2025
Known for his deep interest in nature and birdwatching, Mr. Sanjay Kumar is also the author of the book ‘Birds in and around Mussoorie’. His posts often highlight the wonders of India’s natural ecosystems and continue to inspire awareness and appreciation for wildlife conservation among his followers.
Scenes like these from Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, nestled in Uttar Pradesh near the Indo-Nepal border, continue to enthrall nature lovers and underline the importance of preserving India’s rich biodiversity.
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