Raptor-263 (Aquila nipalensis)

Just as a vehicle is
said to have a
road presence ...
... these biggies
have an ...

eco-system presence ...

In
Jorbeer Vulture Conservation Centre

... a number of
stray dogs
have sneaked in ...
... to partake in
free meals provided
in the form of
carcasses dumped
there ...
... they have
formed small packs
and have become
very aggressive ...
... even attacking
some more adventurous
and unwary visitors
who try to get off
the vehicle to get
a better shot ...

But these large eagles
and vultures remain
unfazed by their
presence ...

we saw ... and recorded
this individual
attack a big dog
who tried to get
too close ... scared
and chased him
away ... regaining
his/ her poise
coolly ...


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Steppe Eagle
Threatened > Endangered

Jorbeer
Bikaner
Rajasthan
India
27 January 2025