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Text by: Tanvi Sawant
Design by: Diviya Mehra
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September 29, 2023
Text by: Tanvi Sawant
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated
September 29, 2023
5 min read
All you need to know about this aggressive ambush hunter
About the Authors
Tanvi Sawant
is a liberal arts graduate who is constantly seeking experiences that combine her multiple interests in art, cinema and the natural world. As a resident of Mumbai, she has a constant longing to spend time and find inspiration in nature!
Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
Published Jul 18, 2022
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