In a tragic incident, the only tigress named Ambika at Jodhpur’s Machiya Safari Park has died due to heat stroke. The demise of the beautiful creature has brought sorrow to the hearts of many. As per park officials, Ambika, after having her afternoon meal, retired to rest but never woke up from her nap.
Read more: This mysterious well in Varanasi can predict a person’s death
As per park ranger Balaram Bishnoi, they tried to wake the tigress in the evening, but she did not move. Soon they discovered that she had lost her life. He said, “We found her lifeless.”
Ambika was one of the prime attractions of the park. The beautiful 10-year-old tigress was relocated to the park from Kanpur in 2016 along with a male tiger named Anthony. With Ambika’s untimely demise, Anthony, who is a little over ten years old, now roams alone in the park.
About Machiya Safari Park
Top places to spot wildlife in Karnataka
FacebookTwitterPintrest
Machiya Safari Park in Jodhpur is one of the most prominent wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan. The park offers a unique safari experience amidst desert terrain. The park is spread across vast expanses and is home to diverse flora and fauna.
One can easily spot desert foxes, jungle cats, spiny-tailed lizards, rabbits, mongooses, monitor lizards, tortoises, tigers, hedgehogs, blackbucks, crocodiles and porcupines.
Visitors to Machiya Safari Park can enjoy jeep safaris, guided nature walks, and bird watching excursions and explore the rich biodiversity of the region. The park’s tranquil ambiance and picturesque landscapes make it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and adventure seekers alike.
Rajasthan’s worst heatwave:
As of now, Rajasthan is experiencing soaring temperatures, reaching over 48 degrees Celsius in Barmer. It is also the highest temperature recorded in the country this year. Churu followed closely with 47.4 degrees, Phalodi at 47.8 degrees, and Jaisalmer at 47.2 degrees.
Looking at the soaring temperatures, the Meteorological Department has issued a red warning for Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and western Uttar Pradesh, highlighting a “very high likelihood” of heat-related illnesses and heat stroke among people.
Read more: Narkanda: A picture-perfect destination in Himachal Pradesh this June
The sweltering heatwave is particularly affecting Northern India with Rajasthan’s Barmar witnessing temperatures soaring beyond 48 degrees Celsius, the highest recorded in India this season.
As temperatures continue to soar, it becomes important for authorities and individuals alike to take necessary precautions, ensuring the safety of both humans and wildlife alike.
>>> Read full article>>>
Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source : Time Of India Travel – https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/travel/travel-news/the-only-tigress-at-jodhpurs-machiya-safari-park-dies-of-heat-stroke/articleshow/110359238.cms
