10 Famous Tigers Of India That Became Legends In The Wild

Machli – Ranthambore National Park, RajasthanKnown as the “Queen of Ranthambore,” Machli was India’s most photographed tiger and lived for nearly 19 years, defending her territory and giving birth to eleven cubs.Collarwali – Pench Tiger Reserve, Madhya PradeshNicknamed the “Supermom,” Collarwali gave birth to 29 cubs, the highest recorded for a tigress in the wild, significantly contributing to Pench’s growing tiger population.Charger – Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya PradeshFamed for charging at tourist vehicles, Charger ruled Bandhavgarh in the 1990s. He was Machli’s father and helped repopulate the region’s tiger numbers.Ustad (T-24) – Ranthambore National Park, RajasthanUstad was a dominant male tiger known for protecting his territory aggressively. He was controversially shifted to captivity after being labelled a threat to human life.Sitara – Kanha Tiger Reserve, Madhya PradeshSitara became popular for her regal appearance and was one of the most sighted tigresses in Kanha, playing a key role in conservation awareness through tourism.Noor (T-39) – Ranthambore National Park, RajasthanNoor is known for her strong maternal instincts and frequent sightings. She has raised several cubs and continues to thrive, drawing attention from wildlife photographers.Maya – Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, MaharashtraOften referred to as the “Queen of Tadoba,” Maya is known for her photogenic behaviour, frequent sightings, and dominance in the core zone of the reserve.Bamera – Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya PradeshBamera was a dominant male known for his massive size and fathered several cubs, helping maintain the genetic strength of Bandhavgarh’s tiger population.Sundari (T-17) – Ranthambore National Park, RajasthanThe daughter of Machli, Sundari inherited her mother’s legacy and ruled prime territory in Ranthambore. Her disappearance in 2013 sparked widespread concern.T-1 Avni – Yavatmal Forest Division, MaharashtraAvni gained notoriety after being declared a man-eater in 2018. Her controversial killing sparked national debate about human-wildlife conflict and wildlife management practices.International Tiger Day 2025: 10 Places To See Tigers In IndiaRead More