Hamilton, the zoologist who dedicated his life to saving Africa’s elephants from systematic slaughter—despite being nearly ...

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The Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) is India’s crown jewel, a symbol of raw power and grace. With its striking orange coat and bold black stripes, this apex predator rules jungles like those in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. When fire swept across 95% of its habitat, a few handfuls ...