Spotted Queen
Spotted Queen - Leopards are the most adaptable big cats and are found throughout varied habitats in Africa and Asia. It was a treat to observe & photograph wild leopards for the first time in the rock caves of Jawai. This particular female is known as Jivda by the locals and she is the mother of 3 cubs, one of whom we were fortunate to observe playing with her (stay tuned for a future post!). We were lucky to get very good looks at Jivda as she crossed the rocky outcrops. I especially loved this frame as it shows the intricate side patterns as well as the classic felid paw raise.
Special thanks to Kartik Patel and a local guide for their expertise tracking and anticipating the whereabouts of the leopards. This image would not be possible without them. Their passion, knowledge, and regional experience were truly inspiring and it was a humbling experience to learn more about how this species thrives in this region from them.
IG: @sswildlife
Species: Indian Leopard (Panthera pardus fusca)
Location: Jawai, Rajasthan, IN
Equipment: Canon EOS R5 + EF 600mm f/4 IS II + EF 1.4x III Extender
Settings: 1/1600s, ISO: 4000, f/6.3 @840mm, Electronic Shutter, Handheld w Beanbag Support
Spotted Queen
Spotted Queen - Leopards are the most adaptable big cats and are found throughout varied habitats in Africa and Asia. It was a treat to observe & photograph wild leopards for the first time in the rock caves of Jawai. This particular female is known as Jivda by the locals and she is the mother of 3 cubs, one of whom we were fortunate to observe playing with her (stay tuned for a future post!). We were lucky to get very good looks at Jivda as she crossed the rocky outcrops. I especially loved this frame as it shows the intricate side patterns as well as the classic felid paw raise.
Special thanks to Kartik Patel and a local guide for their expertise tracking and anticipating the whereabouts of the leopards. This image would not be possible without them. Their passion, knowledge, and regional experience were truly inspiring and it was a humbling experience to learn more about how this species thrives in this region from them.
IG: @sswildlife
Species: Indian Leopard (Panthera pardus fusca)
Location: Jawai, Rajasthan, IN
Equipment: Canon EOS R5 + EF 600mm f/4 IS II + EF 1.4x III Extender
Settings: 1/1600s, ISO: 4000, f/6.3 @840mm, Electronic Shutter, Handheld w Beanbag Support