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Remembering India's iconic crocodile-hunting tigress

Remembering India's iconic crocodile-hunting tigress

Summary

Arrowhead, a famous tigress in India, passed away at age 11 in Ranthambore National Park. Known for hunting crocodiles, she was admired for her strength and courage. Arrowhead was a part of a lineage of skilled tigress hunters in the park.

Key Facts

  • Arrowhead was a well-known tigress in Ranthambore National Park, India.
  • She was named for the arrow-shaped stripe on her cheek.
  • She gained fame for hunting crocodiles, even after her health weakened.
  • Arrowhead died at age 11 due to an illness.
  • She was the daughter and granddaughter of other famous tigresses, Krishna and Machli.
  • Arrowhead had to leave her territory after her daughter Riddhi took over.
  • She gave birth to four sets of cubs, though not all of them survived.
  • In her later years, she developed a tumor which made hunting difficult.

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