Courage watched the two tigers leave with disappointment, its claws gripping the fallen leaves tightly, its little whiskers twitching angrily.
Lin Qian found it quite amusing. This tiger cub hadn't learned its lesson after so many attempts; it couldn't possibly slip away under its mother's watchful eye.
The tiger father and tigress were in the lead group, closely following the deer herd.
The mother tiger, with her two cubs, followed slowly behind the deer herd, keeping a safe distance from the fierce predators while also being able to provide assistance at any moment.
Whether it was because the daytime battles were too fierce, or because everyone had already eaten their fill, the predators and the deer remained eerily calm until the moon hung high in the sky.
The deer herd moved slowly, like a quietly flowing river, beautiful and peaceful.
The predators lurk silently in the woods; they never go far.
With a splash of water, Lin Qian instinctively glanced over.
Under the cold moonlight, two small black heads emerged from the shimmering surface of the river.
Upon closer inspection, one could see that the creature had a broad and slightly flat head, and its body was covered in short, dense hair that shone brightly in the moonlight.
This was the first time Lin Qian had encountered such an animal, and it piqued his curiosity.
Just as the tiger cub was about to approach for a closer look, the clever beast had already noticed his approach. With lightning speed, it turned around and instantly disappeared into the river.
Lin Qian was somewhat disappointed that the target had escaped, but he didn't pay much attention to it and continued his undercover mission, following in Tiger Mom's footsteps.
After the tiger left, a small head quietly peeked out from the water plants by the river.
A drop of water fell from its short ear, and it let out a soft chirp, as if conveying a message of "safety".
Then, another little head popped out.
The two newlywed otter couple cautiously watched for any wild animals passing by their home, their short paws nervously gripping the seaweed.
They are not the tiger's main food, but they are not inedible either. If you encounter them, you will definitely not have a good meal.
Otters are also known as "lazy cats".
They inhabit rivers, lakes, and streams, and live in burrows dug under tree roots, reeds, bushes, or in rock crevices near the water. The burrows have several openings, one of which leads to the water.
Otters hide in burrows during the day and are active from dusk until dawn. They have a keen sense of smell and are skilled swimmers and divers.
Otter fur is thick, dense, and elastic, providing excellent warmth and preventing water from getting wet, making it a valuable fur material.
These two were lucky not to be targeted by Lin Qian; otherwise, with winter approaching, their fur would be excellent for keeping warm.
The calm between the deer herd and the predators could not be maintained in time; a loud cry from a deer herd announced the start of the battle.
Tiger Dad's eyes scanned the deer herd with a deep, unsettling gaze, trying to find the largest prey.
The tiger dad, who rarely spends time with his cubs, naturally wouldn't miss the opportunity to show his fatherly love. Since his cubs made a request, he would try his best to fulfill it!
Looking at the chaotic yet somewhat orderly riverbank, the tigress was tempted to hunt, but seeing that her mate did not move, she suppressed her thoughts and did not act rashly.
The nighttime feast was even more lively than the daytime feast, with predators from the forest flocking to the event, whether from nearby or distant places, all gathered together in a vibrant and bustling atmosphere.
There were many birds of prey in the night sky, their sharp eyes fixed on the battle on the riverbank, waiting for an opportunity to grab a piece of the best food.
Countless leopards, lynxes, brown bears, and other wild beasts eyed the deer herd with longing, ready to pounce at any moment.
Tiger Dad sniffed the night breeze, his tiger eyes slightly narrowed.
The scents in the wind were too mixed, not only from old rivals, but also from many of their own kind.
Everyone's patience is as good as ever.
The wolf pack stood on a high slope, quietly watching the riverbank. The queen wolf coldly looked at the deer herd, feeling somewhat resentful.
For the wolf pack, the daytime battle was a complete failure; they barely managed to get two bites of the delicious venison...
Thinking of the tiger family that didn't play by the rules, a hint of confusion appeared in the eyes of this experienced hunter.
The confusion quickly dissipated, and the wolf queen raised her head to the moon, opening her long, narrow snout.
"Howl—"
A long, drawn-out wolf howl rang out, and the wolves on the hillside sprang into action.
This time, the wolf queen changed her strategy; the wolf pack split into several waves, instead of gathering together as they did during the day.
Having learned its lesson during the day, it understood that it must first ensure that its people are well-fed!
Otherwise, its position might be in jeopardy!
The arrival of the wolf pack threw the scene into chaos once again. The wolf pack was extremely large in number and had excellent coordination, so their combat efficiency was naturally incomparable to that of those beasts fighting alone.
In this way, whenever the wolf pack makes a catch, the other predators that have failed or missed their target will try to get a share, and even the apex predators in the air will all turn their attention to the wolf pack's hunt.
We all make a living in the forest, so we all know each other well, and everyone understands the key to finding bargains.
Seeing the scene of beasts hunting again, Lin Qian couldn't help but feel his blood boil. This cruel and primitive battle greatly stimulated the animalistic nature in his blood.
The tiger's hunting instinct urged him to join the battle, and the bloodlust constantly fueled his fighting spirit.
Courage was already unable to contain itself, and it growled softly. If its mother hadn't been holding it back, the little tiger would have already rushed out.
The tiger mother was aware of the cubs' condition, but she still did not intend to send either of them out.
In its mind, the tiger cubs were far too young to hunt deer on their own.
"Roar." Sensing her cub's struggle, the tiger mother growled, signaling Courage to just watch and learn.
Courage roared, clearly unwilling, but under his mother's slap, the little tiger cub could only lie there pitifully.
Lin Qian turned his head and rubbed its little head, growling that he would take it to catch rabbits to play with when they got back.
The little guy looked back longingly at the huge herd of deer, its ears filled with the thunderous hoofbeats and the boisterous roars of the animals. It felt that the tiny rabbit could not quell the boiling blood of its hunting spirit.
But looking at his mother's imposing figure, Yongqi drooped his ears and gave a soft whimper, giving in.
Hmm, having rabbits is better than not having them.
Seeing that the little guy had been calmed down, Lin Qian turned his attention to the deer herd.
Wild animals employ a variety of hunting methods, all based on the same principles. However, careful observation reveals many techniques and insights.
For a tiger cub that has just hunted, such a learning environment is extremely valuable and suitable, since it is not easy to see so many wild animals hunting and fighting at once.
Normally, predators follow a tacit understanding of survival, trying to avoid each other as much as possible. It's not easy to even encounter one another, let alone gather in one place to hunt.
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