ON THE EDGE OF EXTINCTION - A - THE TIGER (Panthera tigris)

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TIGER AND MAN  - 1 - NEPAL

Here's a link to a shortish, but interesting, documentary about conflicts between humans and tigers in Nepal. What I'll remember most is the great knowledge, and the attitude, of those involved in solving problems between man and tiger.  

In Nepal, like in India, tiger and man live in close proximity. The best, most productive, parts of protected reserves and national parks are occupied by prime adults. When they get older, younger, fitter, animals push them out. Tigers that lost their territory often have no other option but to move to the fringes of the forest. Not seldom, conflicts with villagers erupt. Those who protect tigers (and villagers) often have no option but to capture 'roque' tigers. Some can be released in forests where they stand a decent chance, but others have to be transported to facilities or zoos. Not all man-eaters are killed (zoos seem to have quite many), but at times it's the only way to solve a problem. 

You never know about tigers that lost their home. Some are a mere shadow of their former self, but others are as large as they come. Every problem tiger is located, monitored and, in the end, captured by very experienced men who want the best for them. Pay attention to the remarks of those who know a lot more than we do: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6bm5jhMnxQ&t=589s

TIGER AND MAN - 2 - BHUTAN

Here's the link to another nice documentary. Very interesting as well: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eono78jNrlo Reply