Kaziranga National Park

Predators

In the heart of Assam, India, Kaziranga National Park harbors a diverse array of predators, essential for maintaining the delicate balance of its ecosystem.

Bengal Tiger

The majestic Bengal tiger, apex predator of the Indian subcontinent, roams Kaziranga’s grasslands and forests, hunting deer and wild boar with stealth and power.

Indian Leopard

The elusive Indian leopard, with its spotted coat, stalks the dense jungles and tall grasses of Kaziranga, preying on small mammals and occasionally livestock.

Indian Wild Dog (Dhole)

The Indian wild dog, or dhole, travels in cohesive packs through Kaziranga’s habitats, hunting cooperatively and displaying remarkable intelligence and social cohesion.

Sloth Bear

The shaggy sloth bear, a master digger, forages for insects and fruits in the forests and grasslands of Kaziranga, using its long claws to unearth food.

Clouded Leopard

The elusive clouded leopard, with its distinctive coat pattern, prowls the dense forests of Kaziranga, preying on birds, monkeys, and small mammals with agility and stealth.

Indian Python

The Indian python, a formidable constrictor, lurks in the swamps and marshes of Kaziranga, ambushing prey such as rodents, birds, and occasionally deer.

Golden Jackal

The adaptable golden jackal scavenges for food in Kaziranga’s grasslands and scrub forests, feeding on carrion and occasionally hunting small mammals and birds.

Bengal Fox

The Bengal fox, with its pointed ears and bushy tail, roams the open grasslands and scrub forests of Kaziranga, hunting rodents and insects.

Marbled Cat

The secretive marbled cat, with its striking coat pattern, navigates the dense vegetation of Kaziranga, preying on birds, rodents, and small reptiles with stealth and precision.

Popular

Kaziranga National Park, renowned for its rich biodiversity, is home to a plethora of non-predator species, each contributing to the park’s vibrant ecosystem.

Indian Rhinoceros

The iconic Indian rhinoceros, with its armored hide and single horn, grazes peacefully in the grasslands and marshes of Kaziranga, symbolizing conservation success.

Asian Water Buffalo

The formidable Asian water buffalo, with its massive horns and imposing stature, wallows in the wetlands of Kaziranga, grazing on aquatic plants and grasses.

Indian Elephant

The majestic Indian elephant, a keystone species, traverses Kaziranga’s landscapes, shaping habitats and contributing to the park’s ecological integrity as it forages and migrates.

Swamp Deer (Barasingha)

The elegant swamp deer, or barasingha, congregates in the marshes and grasslands of Kaziranga, distinguished by its twelve-pointed antlers and sociable behavior.

Hog Deer

The agile hog deer, with its distinctive coat pattern, bounds through the grasslands and woodlands of Kaziranga, grazing on grasses and evading predators.

Indian Bison (Gaur)

The massive Indian bison, or gaur, roams the forests and grasslands of Kaziranga, browsing on leaves and grasses, and occasionally forming small herds.

Wild Boar

The ubiquitous wild boar, with its bristly coat and tusks, forages in the forests and grasslands of Kaziranga, feeding on roots, tubers, and small animals.

Indian Pangolin

The elusive Indian pangolin, covered in scales, wanders the forests and grasslands of Kaziranga, feeding on ants and termites with its specialized tongue.

Capped Langur

The charismatic capped langur, with its tufted head and long tail, leaps through the canopy of Kaziranga’s forests, feeding on leaves, fruits, and flowers.

Assamese Macaque

The Assamese macaque, a social primate, inhabits the forests and riverine habitats of Kaziranga, foraging for fruits, seeds, and small invertebrates.