Training for Tadoba...

My trip to Tadoba Tiger reserve is fast approaching, and I need to get back in tune with photographing the big cats. I opted for a visit to ZSL Whipsnade, as the tigress has recently given birth to four beautiful cubs....

The mother carries her cub to a shaded area. 400mm f2.8, 1dx.

The mother carries her cub to a shaded area. 400mm f2.8, 1dx.

Flehmen response from the tigress. 400mm f2.8, 1dx.

Flehmen response from the tigress. 400mm f2.8, 1dx.

Calling for mum, 800mm f5.6, 1dx.

Calling for mum, 800mm f5.6, 1dx.

A simple portrait, using some lens flare 400mm f2.8, 1dx.

A simple portrait, using some lens flare 400mm f2.8, 1dx.

Wondering when it will be finally time to switch to meat from boring milk... 800mm f5.6.

Wondering when it will be finally time to switch to meat from boring milk... 800mm f5.6.

Feeding and grooming

Feeding and grooming

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