The most common or widespread bear species in India is the Sloth Bear. These curious looking animals are members of the bear family, and they do not hibernate unlike their larger cousins : The Himalayan Black Bear and the Himalayan Brown Bear. The Black Bear is larger than the Sloth bear and has a more uniform coat . While they may look extremely cute, they are dangerous mammals that can protect themselves. Photo credit : Vivek Gopalakrishnan. Location : Dachigam National Par

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India is generally a nature worshipping country, as cultural practises suggest. Modern economic development has ensured that this sentiment falls by the wayside. However, it is interesting to know the cultural references – which are many and very fascinating to learn about. Various species of trees or mammals, especially in both Hindu as well as the various Tribal societies, are apotheosized : From the God of Bees and Wasps : Bhramari, to the Tiger deity Waghoba who are worsh

The grey ghost, also called the Snow Leopard (Uncia uncia), is known for its shy, elusive behaviour and an uncanny and almost mythical ability to blend into the rocky vastness it inhabits. For even the hardy mountain people who share the rugged Himalayas with the cat, rarely see it. Snow Leopard in the wild like you've never seen before. These giant boulders are often the den sites for Snow Leopards ; their camouflage is usually brilliant - and the ghost of the Trans Himalaya