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Monday, February 7, 2011

Amateur Wildlife Photo Saves an Injured Tiger's Life

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Photo via The Hindu
Wildlife photography has long been the preferred way for animal-lovers to 'capture' and 'shoot' the natural world without negatively impacting it -- but one recent incident proves that some photos can actually save wildlife, too. While on a visit to India's Ranthambhore National Park, state Tourism Minister and amateur wildlife photographer, Beena Kak, chanced the opportunity to snap a few pictures of a female tiger with her young offspring. Upon reviewing her snapshots, the Minister discovered something troubling -- a festering wound on the tiger's leg, threatening the life of the animal and her cubs.
Article continues: Amateur Wildlife Photo Saves an Injured Tiger's Life

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