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Fur and Fangs rather than Feathers and Beaks

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Rather more are killed in collisions with cars. A Greek Wild Boar A Spanish Wild Boar sow with young piglets I saw my first Wild Boar in Spain’s Coto Doñana many years ago, though I’ve subsequently seen them in many other countries, too. Muntjac venison is very good to eat, but despite this, not many are shot.

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Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve: the Tiger Afternoon

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There’s a Three-striped Palm Squirrel by the side of the track, while Jungle Bush Quails are running across it in front of our Maruti Gypsy, almost the official safari vehicle of India. On her own, two months ago, she took down a big, old and experienced Indian Boar , who already had some old tiger claw scars.

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