Bengal Tigers
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The video "Bengal Tigers" provides an insightful exploration into the conservation efforts and challenges faced by these majestic creatures. Narrated by Anthony Marr, the documentary emphasizes the Bengal tiger's critical status, once thriving across India and now endangered by poaching and habitat loss. Set against the backdrop of Bandhavgarh National Park, the video details the historical context of hunting as a sport and subsequent conservation initiatives like Project Tiger spearheaded by Indira Gandhi. Vital concepts include the tiger's nocturnal behavior, territorial markings, and the biotic relationships within their ecosystem. The documentary highlights the impact of conservation on local villagers and advocates for involving children in preservation efforts. The narrative underscores the urgent need for action to secure a future for Bengal tigers, stressing that their survival is intricately linked with cultural understanding and ecological responsibility.
Media Details
Runtime: 23 minutes 32 seconds
- Topic: Geography, Science, Social Science
- Subtopic: Conservation, Culture and Society, Ecology, Endangered Species, India, Mammals
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 1999
- Producer/Distributor: National Film Board Of Canada
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