Summer Refuge

2026

Tiger (Panthera tigris). Cooling off in a water hole. Panna National Park, Madhya Pradesh

A male Tiger rests in a water hole within the dry forests of Panna. During warm periods, tigers often spend time in water to regulate body temperature. The water provided a brief refuge from the heat of the day.

Scientific name
Panthera tigris
IUCN status
Endangered
Season
Summer
Light
Overcast
Location
Panna National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Behavior