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The greatest of them all

The greatest of them all

Gaur (Bos gaurus)

Tadoba Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra, India

This is a magnificent giant that only fears humans and tigers. It is the la...
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Gaur (Bos gaurus)

Tadoba Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra, India

This is a magnificent giant that only fears humans and tigers. It is the largest of all wild cattle and is also called Indian bison by many.

Like so many other species this one is also vulnerable due to humans, so seeing herds in their natural state and behavior is such a great experience.
Especially when you see several calves – the best sign of a healthy herd.
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NIKON D4S

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 720 Shutter 1/640 Focal Length 8000/10

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Maharashtra, IN

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Jan, 2019

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