When the gentle giant asserts its dominance: Elephant chases tiger away
In a captivating encounter, a gentle giant asserted its dominance over a tiger, leaving spectators amazed.
The incident unfolded near a water pond, where an elephant was enjoying spending time in the pond. Unbeknownst to the elephant, a stealthy tiger approached the pond. Tigers and elephants typically tolerate each other, but this encounter took an unexpected turn.
Dominance Established
Sensing the tiger's presence, the elephant charged towards it, forcing the big cat into a hasty retreat. The tables had turned, and the elephant showcased its supremacy in the water pond. The incident garnered attention on Twitter, with users expressing astonishment and sharing their thoughts.
Tigers and elephants tolerate each other fairly well in the wild.
— Susanta Nanda (@susantananda3) June 13, 2023
But at times gentle giant shows who the boss is😊
You can hear mobile calls in the background. Disgusting. Should mobiles be banned in side the Protected areas ? pic.twitter.com/7xWQAsfmbB
The distraction caused my mobile phone
One Twitter user raised the question of whether mobile phones should be banned in protected areas, highlighting the distracting background noise of mobile calls during the spectacle.
This incident sparks a broader discussion on the impact of human presence in wildlife habitats and the need to preserve them as undisturbed sanctuaries.
Need to strike a balance
Banning mobile phones in protected areas could minimize disturbances to wildlife and maintain the tranquillity of these habitats. However, a balance must be struck, as mobile phones also serve essential communication and safety purposes in remote areas.
First published: 14 June 2023, 9:50 IST
