Dr. Bhagavan Antle has brought us these amazing, up-close-and-personal shots of Bengal Tigers. Dr. Antle serves as an animal trainer for T.I.G.E.R.S. (The Institute of Greatly Endangered and Rare Species), an organization he also founded.
The goal of the organization is to advocate for wildlife conservation and to provide the education necessary to make it happen. The white tiger is their main focus, since it's the most wildly endangered of the bunch. The portraiture series helps to highlight the nuances between each tiger. Not many people are offered the chance to stare directly into the eyes of these powerful creatures, which makes Antle's collection even more magical.
Speaking of his work, Antle says, "a stunningly beautiful animal like a tiger captures people's attention so they become more willing to learn about critical conservation issues. Tigers are an important living example of the environmental problems facing the world, which makes them the perfect wildlife ambassadors."
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Wildlife Conservation Photography
- Photographers and animal trainers who specialize in capturing beautiful and intimate portraits of rare and endangered species open new gates for building empathy and awareness towards environment conservation.
- Interactive Wildlife Education
- Organizations that create interactive and immersive education programs for the public to learn about endangered animals will foster a deeper connection with them and raise greater awareness about conservation efforts.
- Zoological Animal Ambassadors
- Zoos, sanctuaries, and wildlife organizations that use rare and endangered animals as animal ambassadors create opportunities for people to experience the majesty of these creatures while also providing education on conservation and awareness on endangered species.
Sectors Adopting This
- Wildlife Photography
- Professional wildlife photographers can specialize in capturing intimate and rare moments of endangered species in an effort to showcase the beauty of wildlife while also spreading conservation education.
- Environmental Education
- Organizations that provide environmental and conservation education can create unique and engaging programs for people of all ages to learn about the importance of wildlife and its sustainability.
- Zoos and Wildlife Sanctuaries
- Zoos and wildlife sanctuaries can make use of rare and endangered species as educational tools to showcase the beauty and majesty of wildlife while also educating the public about conservation efforts.
