The Bera Bond

The Bera Bond is one man’s startling discovery of a little-known leopard colony in the forests of Rajasthan. Sundeep Bhutoria decided to see if there was any truth to the floating whispers about Bera, having been told by big-cat enthusiasts that it is here that leopards live harmoniously with humans.

Bhutoria’s guide is Shatrunjay Pratap Singh, who despite his royal lineage and US education, lives in Bera and devotes himself to preserving its ecosystem and photographing its wildlife. With Singh, Bhutoria discovered the diverse ecosystem of Bera, which is host to a myriad birds and animals. He was also able to witness the camaraderie that exists between the soft-footed beasts and the locals of the area, the Rabari tribe.

This picture book, brought to life by Singh’s photographs, captures not just the thrill of close encounters with leopards but also the challenges of preserving their habitat.

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