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India.com
a day ago
- General
- India.com
Meet Queen Of Ranthambore: Used To Be World's Oldest-Surviving Tigress In Wild, Passed Away At Age Of...
photoDetails english 2919747 Updated:Jun 21, 2025, 09:23 PM IST Why Named Machli? 1 / 7 Machli, in Hindi, means 'fish', and the reason for the tigress' unique name was her fish-shaped mark on the left ear of her face. The Ranthambore National Park website also stated that she inherited this name from her mother. Film On Machli 2 / 7 A film on Machali, 'The World's Most Famous Tiger', won the National Award at the 66th National Film Awards. Other Names 3 / 7 Machli's other names also include- 'Queen of Ranthambore', 'Lady of the Lakes', and 'Crocodile Killer'. Machli's Death 4 / 7 Machli passed away at the age of 20, and this made her the World's Oldest-Surviving Tigress in the wild. Machli Was Famous 5 / 7 Machli was also famous for being the 'most photographed tigress.' She had been the subject of many research papers on wildlife, journals, books, documentaries, short films, and journals. Machli's Cubs 6 / 7 Machli gave birth to three cubs – one female (Sundari – T-17), and two males (Broken Tail and Slant Ear). By April 2002, Machali gave birth to her second litter, the two cubs named Jhumru (male) and Jhumri (female). She also mothered several other cubs. Credits 7 / 7 Photo Credit: Ranthambore National Park Website
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
Watch: Tigress Riddhi once again steals the show– this time with a peaceful family moment
Ranthambore's tigress Riddhi is back in the spotlight– caught on camera doing this wholesome act with her cubs Tigress Riddhi once again steals the show– this time with a peaceful family moment. A beautiful moment from Rajasthan's Ranthambore National Park is winning hearts online. Tigress Riddhi, a well-known name in the park, was recently seen in a video relaxing with her cubs in a waterhole, offering a rare look at a tiger family's everyday life in the wild. The short clip, posted on Instagram by wildlife photographer and academic Gyana Mohanty, quickly caught people's attention. Many viewers have described the scene as both soothing and powerful. Cooling off in the wild With the summer heat rising in the region, it's common for tigers to cool off in water bodies inside the forest. In this video, Riddhi and her cubs are seen calmly sitting in a shallow pond, taking short dips and playfully moving around near the edge. The peaceful setting, along with the cubs staying close to their mother, has made the video stand out for many viewers. There's nothing dramatic or staged about the video, and that's exactly what makes it special. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cặp EUR/USD: Đà Tăng? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo In a world where wild animals are often shown as symbols of danger or excitement, simple moments like these offer a more real and gentle glimpse into their lives in the wild. A well-known face in Ranthambore Tigress Riddhi, officially known as T-124, has been seen often in Ranthambore in recent years. She is the daughter of Arrowhead (T-84), another well-known tigress in the area, and a direct descendant of Machali, the iconic tigress who became a symbol of Ranthambore's success in tiger conservation. Forest staff regularly monitor her movements, and her increasing presence in the core areas of the park has made her a favourite among wildlife photographers and safari visitors. Public reactions highlight a connection with nature Since the video was shared online, it has gathered thousands of views, with people leaving everything from quick compliments to heartfelt comments about the beauty of India's wildlife. Many mentioned how rare it is to witness such a natural and intimate moment being captured and shared. This isn't Riddhi's first time in the spotlight. In the past, tourists and guides have reported calm sightings of her walking across lakes or resting with her cubs in open areas– moments that highlight just how important it is to protect and preserve these wild spaces.
