Which animals live in Bihar's more remote forest regions?

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The Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India, features a tall, intricately carved central spire surrounded by smaller shrines, trees, and gardens. — Bihar Mahabodhi Buddhist temple, built in the 2nd century ce, Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India.

The more inaccessible and remote forest regions of Bihar serve as a habitat for several large mammal species. These include:

Bengal tigers1
Leopards1
Elephants1
Various types of deer1

Additionally, the state supports a diverse range of other wildlife, including small mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish throughout its various landscapes.1