Sikkim's legendary Ajotak tiger, long dismissed as folklore, has been confirmed real through camera traps and field surveys. The discovery marks a significant achievement for Himalayan wildlife conservation efforts.
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Sikkim’s Ajotak Tiger: How a Folklore Legend Became a Conservation Success
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Confirmed Real Through Camera Traps Tiger status
Sikkim Himalayan Region Location
Long Considered Folklore Legend Previous status