New: Tiger collects plastic bottles…shame on humans?

A video of a wild tiger picking up plastic bottles in Tadoba National Park, India, went viral, urging environmental consciousness. Recorded by wildlife photographer Deep Kathikar in December 2023, the wild animal, named Bhanuskhindi, grabbed a plastic bottle from a waterhole and threw it as a taunt to humans. The footage was taken in Maharashtra, at a park.

Tiger and plastic bottles

The incident conveys a strong message about the impact of human littering on wildlife. Indian Forest Service officer Susanta Nanda shared the video, emphasizing the need for responsible waste disposal and stating, “Why do animals have to clean up trash?” The animal’s actions highlight the consequences of human negligence in preserving nature.