A melanistic Royal Bengal Tiger was killed by poachers in Similipal Tiger Reserve, the world's only habitat for these rare tigers. Authorities arrested four men and seized the hide, nails, and weapon used. The tiger was a sub-adult male, likely killed with a country-made gun. Investigations are ongoing, with efforts focused on preserving this rare breed.
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