By Sheetal Kumari | September 24, 2024
Machali (1997–2016) produced 9 cubs during her lifetime. She ruled Ranthambore National Park for over a decade.
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Collarwali (2005–2022) gave birth to 29 cubs, becoming a symbol of prolific motherhood in Pench Tiger Reserve.
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T42, also known as Fateh (2008–2019), sired 12 cubs. He was a dominant male tiger in Ranthambore.
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Raja (1996–2021) didn’t produce any cubs but lived an extraordinary life for 25 years in the Sundarbans.
Image Credit: IFS Deepak M, DFO, Jaldapara
Bamera (2008–2016) fathered 15 cubs during his reign as the dominant tiger in Bandhavgarh National Park.
Image Credit: Bandhavgarh National Park
Sita (1986–1996) gave birth to 7 cubs and became one of the most photographed tigers in the world.
Image Credit: Bandhavgarh National Park
Matkasur (2013–Present) has sired 10 cubs so far and remains a powerful male tiger in Tadoba-Andhari.
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Charger (1984–2000) sired 8 cubs and was known for his ferocious nature in Bandhavgarh.
Image Credit: Thomas D. Mangelsen
Sundari (2005–Present) has given birth to 6 cubs and is known for her grace in Ranthambore National Park.
Image Credit: Ranthambore National Park
Munna (2002–2020) fathered 6 cubs and was famous for the “CAT” mark on his forehead in Kanha National Park.
Image Credit: Kanha National Park