There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
04-18-2020, 07:53 AM( This post was last modified: 04-18-2020, 07:55 AM by peter )
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As far as I can see, the debate on tigers and (bull) gaurs was based on good information and sound arguments all the way. The result was a sound conclusion. Doesn't get much better. I enjoyed it from start to finish. Many thanks on behalf of all.
There are, to be sure, no winners and losers in a debate, PC. In order to get the best possible result, those opposing each other need to start at the very end of the line. Both have to find information to support their position. In the end, it is about the facts. When they're inconclusive, a debate based on arguments and sound reasoning has to follow. Sooner or later, the result will be a conclusion supported by many. All of those involved in the debate contributed in some way or another. This is one of the best ways to get to knowledge.
Anyhow.
The debate was on tigers and gaurs, but it could have been about tigers and rhinos. Or tigers and elephants. Or tigers and bears. The question is not if they attack large and dangerous animals every now and then, but why they're prepared to take risks. These risks are very real; tigers have been killed by elephants, gaurs, wild boars, rhinos and bears. All trainers I interviewed thought big cats, to a degree, are thinking animals. They know what they're doing, that is. So the questing is what we're missing.
Interesting topic. Maybe we should start a thread on big cats and risks?
Maximum size of prey that a single male lion or tiger can kill
