Tigress gives birth to 3 cubs in Ranthambore, forest department shares pictures
The tigress is a first-time mother and is the daughter of two prominent Ranthambhore big cats – tigress T-114 (Noor Jahan) and tiger T-108 (Jai).The birth of these cubs is seen as a positive sign for tiger conservation in the region, especially after recent tensions surrounding the tiger-human conflict.This development comes on the heels of a string of alarming incidents involving tigress Kankati, who has killed two people, including a forest ranger, within 26 days.Authorities have urged visitors and nearby villagers to remain cautious and allow the forest department to ensure the safety of the animals.advertisementWith inputs by Sunil Joshi
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