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Tigers are seen in their enclosures at the Alipore Zoological Gardens in Kolkata, India, during International Tiger Day on July 29, 2025. Royal Bengal Tigers, including a rare white tiger, roam near the Philosophers' Pool and rest in open-air enclosures as rainwater forms puddles, offering temporary relief from the summer heat. Visitors, including large crowds of families and children, gather at the zoo to observe the tigers, highlighting public interest in wildlife conservation. International Tiger Day is observed annually on July 29 to raise awareness about the global decline in tiger populations and to promote efforts to protect their natural habitats. India is home to over 70 percent of the world's wild tigers and plays a key role in their conservation through national parks, reserves, and awareness campaigns. (Photo by Amit Ghosh / Middle East Images via AFP) (Photo by AMIT GHOSH/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images)