A rare and dramatic wildlife encounter unfolded at Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve on Tuesday morning, when the iconic tigress Riddhi and her daughter Meera engaged in a fierce fight for territorial dominance in Zone 3. The intense confrontation, which lasted around two minutes, ended with Riddhi overpowering her daughter. Both sustained injuries during the clash.
Tourists Witness the Rare Jungle Showdown
The fight broke out during the morning safari, stunning tourists who were lucky enough to witness the rare sight. Riddhi and Meera—her eldest cub—came face-to-face. In a surprising turn, Meera appeared to challenge her mother, signaling her desire to claim her own territory.
Within seconds, the standoff escalated into a violent brawl, echoing through the forest with powerful roars. After a brief yet intense struggle, Riddhi emerged victorious, forcing Meera to retreat deeper into the jungle.
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Forest officials later confirmed that the fight was a natural territorial dispute, a common behavior among tigers when sub-adult cubs mature and begin seeking their own domain.
