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Eastern Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis coromandus) adult, with blood on beak from feeding on wounds of live but paralysed Wild Water Buffalo (Bubalis arnee) wounded by Indian Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), Kaziranga N. P. Assam, India, january
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Eastern Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis coromandus) adult, with blood on beak from feeding on wounds of live but paralysed Wild Water Buffalo (Bubalis arnee) wounded by Indian Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), Kaziranga N. P. Assam, India, january
Eastern Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis coromandus) adult, with blood on beak from feeding on wounds of live but paralysed Wild Water Buffalo (Bubalis arnee) wounded by Indian Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), Kaziranga N.P. Assam, India, january
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Nature's Drama Unfolds - A Brave Egret Dines on a Wild Buffet!
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. In this snapshot, we witness an extraordinary scene straight out of the wilds of Assam, India. Our feathered protagonist, an Eastern Cattle Egret with its elegant snowy plumage and striking yellow beak, proudly displays a crimson stain upon its bill. What could have led to such a macabre sight? As the story unfolds, we learn that our audacious egret has stumbled upon an injured Wild Water Buffalo in Kaziranga National Park. This majestic beast had fallen victim to the powerful jaws of an Indian Tiger. Though paralyzed by the predator's attack, it remains alive. Undeterred by danger or gore, our daring egret seizes this unique opportunity for a sumptuous feast! With precision and grace, it delicately feeds on the wounds inflicted by the tiger – truly showcasing nature's circle of life in all its raw glory. This awe-inspiring image captures not only the resilience and adaptability of wildlife but also highlights their interconnectedness within ecosystems. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and adversity, life finds ways to persist and thrive. So let us marvel at this remarkable moment frozen in time – where survival meets savagery; where beauty intertwines with brutality; where one creature's misfortune becomes another's nourishment. Nature never ceases to amaze us with its astonishing tales!
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