The Times of India

India's Celebrity Tigers: Big cats become tourism magnets; Machli, Paro, Maya lead legends

India proudly shelters the largest population of wild tigers in the world, where legendary figures like Machli and Maya have captured the hearts of wildlife enthusiasts globally. These renowned big cats are vital to wildlife tourism, enhancing the identity of the reserves. Unique tigers such as Munna and Collarwali gained fame through their distinctive traits. With every year, India's forests continue to foster new legends among these majestic creatures.