Wilderness Chronicles

Wilderness Chronicles This is a travelogue of my experiences through the rich heritage of India - its flora and fauna over more than two decades.

My objective is to share these with you and if possible take you along with me on my expeditions for a memorable experience.

With National Geographic – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉
05/04/2026

With National Geographic – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

Meet one of nature’s most elusive masters of camouflage – the Indian Leopard! (Panthera pardus fusca) This stunning youn...
04/04/2026

Meet one of nature’s most elusive masters of camouflage – the Indian Leopard! (Panthera pardus fusca)

This stunning young sub adult leopard was caught mid-stride on a dusty trail, showcasing the incredible rosette patterns that make each individual’s coat unique (just like human fingerprints!).

Quick Leopard Facts:

Leopards are the smallest of the “Big Cats” but are incredibly strong – they can drag prey twice their weight up into trees!

They’re masters of stealth and can run up to 58 km/h in short bursts.

Unlike lions or tigers, leopards are solitary and highly adaptable, thriving even near human settlements.

Their powerful night vision and silent padded paws make them expert nocturnal hunters.

What’s the coolest big cat fact you know? Drop it in the comments! 👇

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A love story carved in wood. 🖤💛These magnificent Great Indian Hornbills aren’t just birds — they’re partners for life. W...
04/04/2026

A love story carved in wood. 🖤💛

These magnificent Great Indian Hornbills aren’t just birds — they’re partners for life. When nesting begins, the female seals herself inside the tree cavity, trusting the male to bring food through a narrow slit for weeks.

Loyalty, patience, survival — all in one frame. In a world rushing fast, they remind us: Real bonds are built on trust.

First, the ruler arrives — wings wide, owning the silence.Then come the murmurs… gathering, circling, refusing to yield....
04/04/2026

First, the ruler arrives — wings wide, owning the silence.
Then come the murmurs… gathering, circling, refusing to yield.
One by one, the overlooked rise — until power meets resistance.
The wings fold. The throne is shared....

Lesson from the wild: No throne is absolute. Unity rewrites power. Just like us — nations rise, egos clash, lines are drawn…But conflict only multiplies voices, not victories.

From branch to battlefield, the truth remains: Dominance divides. Coexistence endures.

March 2026 | Rajaji Tiger Reserve |
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Look at the golden face, ancient grace !!! The jungle's clean-up crew looking like royalty. Nature’s reminder that even...
04/04/2026

Look at the golden face, ancient grace !!! The jungle's clean-up crew looking like royalty. Nature’s reminder that even the overlooked play a powerful role.

March 2026 | Rajaji Tiger Reserve | Mohand - Chillawali Range

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Mama’s love runs deep… A moment of pure, untamed connection. !!This fierce tigress takes a refreshing dip while her cub ...
01/04/2026

Mama’s love runs deep… A moment of pure, untamed connection. !!

This fierce tigress takes a refreshing dip while her cub snuggles in for some extra affection. Pure wild magic captured in one frame!

Who else is melting over this motherly moment? Drop a ❤️ below

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Eyes That Hypnotize, Spots That Mesmerize !![ FULL SCREEN VIEW RECOMMENDED ]Shot using Nikon Gears - D850 | Nikon AF-S N...
27/03/2026

Eyes That Hypnotize, Spots That Mesmerize !!

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March 2026 | Rajaji Tiger Reserve | Mohand - Chillawali Range

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National Geographic India

Wings of emerald—a pair of Green Bee Eaters - one takes flight, the other dreams of the sky.[ FULL SCREEN VIEW RECOMMEND...
26/03/2026

Wings of emerald—a pair of Green Bee Eaters - one takes flight, the other dreams of the sky.

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March 2026 | Rajaji Tiger Reserve | Mohand - Chillawali Range

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Victory in the wild—where silence breaks, talons speak, and survival takes its due !!Shot using Nikon Gears - D850 | Nik...
26/03/2026

Victory in the wild—where silence breaks, talons speak, and survival takes its due !!

Shot using Nikon Gears - D850 | Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR Lens
March 2026 | Rajaji Tiger Reserve | Mohand - Chillawali Range

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Tiny paws, big decisions !!Every branch is a new adventure… and every leap is a lesson in the wild.Shot using Nikon Gear...
21/03/2026

Tiny paws, big decisions !!
Every branch is a new adventure… and every leap is a lesson in the wild.

Shot using Nikon Gears - D850 | Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR Lens
March 2026 | Rajaji Tiger Reserve | Mohand - Chillawali Range
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