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Eastern Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis coromandus) adult, feeding on wounds of live but paralysed Wild Water Buffalo (Bubalis arnee) wounded by Indian Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), Kaziranga N. P. Assam, India, january
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Eastern Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis coromandus) adult, feeding on wounds of live but paralysed Wild Water Buffalo (Bubalis arnee) wounded by Indian Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), Kaziranga N. P. Assam, India, january
Eastern Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis coromandus) adult, feeding on wounds of live but paralysed Wild Water Buffalo (Bubalis arnee) wounded by Indian Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), Kaziranga N.P. Assam, India, january
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Nature's Bizarre Buffet - Eastern Cattle Egret Finds Unusual Dining Spot on Paralyzed Wild Water Buffalo!
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. In this extraordinary snapshot captured at Kaziranga National Park in Assam, India, a daring Eastern Cattle Egret seizes an unconventional feeding opportunity. The adult egret fearlessly perches atop a live but paralyzed Wild Water Buffalo, whose wounds were inflicted by the mighty Indian Tiger. With its sharp beak and keen eye for scavenging potential, this opportunistic bird takes advantage of the buffalo's unfortunate circumstances. It delicately pecks at the wounded areas, feasting on the exposed flesh as if it were enjoying a gourmet meal. This remarkable scene showcases nature's intricate web of life and death. While the tiger is undoubtedly the predator responsible for immobilizing its prey, it inadvertently creates an unexpected buffet for other creatures like our audacious egret friend. The juxtaposition of these diverse species – from Africa to Asia – reminds us that wildlife knows no boundaries when it comes to survival. As we witness this fascinating interaction between predator and prey turned scavenger feast, we are reminded of nature's resilience and adaptability. So next time you stumble upon an unusual dining experience or find yourself in uncharted culinary territory, remember our feathered friend here who fearlessly ventured into new gastronomic frontiers!
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