Tashwita Rahalkar, The Universal Glare (ANIMALS 2025)

In the wilds of Panna Tiger Reserve in India, I watched a langur family dynamic unfold that felt instantly familiar. After some roughhousing from a larger male, a young langur sought comfort from his mother. Her reaction was immediate: a long, silent glare directed at the male. In that one look, I saw a story that transcends species—a universal portrait of family, discipline, and a mother's unwavering protection.

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