Manju Acharya

About

Wildlife isn’t just a subject for me - it’s a way of seeing the world. I spend hours, sometimes whole days, waiting in the jungles to capture those moments that tell real stories. Whether it’s a tiger blocking the road or a leopard melting into the shadows, I want every photo to feel like a piece of wild India.

What You’ll Find in My Collection

I’ve built a growing Indian wildlife photo archive, packed with:

• Big cat portraits - especially tigers and leopards, including well-known ones like the Kabini Back Water Female
• Giants like Asian elephants and Indian Gaur in action, not just standing around
• Dholes and sloth bears doing their own thing, sometimes goofy, sometimes fierce
• Rare bird action shots: Short-toed Snake Eagle, Red-necked Falcon, Brown Fish Owl, often mid-hunt or in flight

I don’t just focus on animals - I chase the moods of the forest: golden mist, thunderstorms, and the hush before a chase. There are shots from iconic spots like Corbett, Pilibhit, and our own Kabini.

Who Uses These Images

My photographs work for editorial and content creators needing real conservation campaign visuals, NGOs spreading awareness, or educators wanting something more raw than textbook diagrams. I’ve had images help fund real-world projects, like solar pumps for wildlife.

My Approach

I shoot with pro Canon gear for crisp, print-ready results, even when the light’s tricky. Every image comes from respect for the animal and its home - for me, awareness is everything.