The express train hit the animals near Marghat forest, 385 miles (620km) north of the state capital Calcutta, forest minister Hiten Barman said.

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Once inside, staff members train the visitors on how to safely interact with the animals.

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Dreamworks was always the likely top contender, with viable franchises and brands via the Madagascar animals, the Shrek universe, and the expanding mythologies of How to Train Your Dragon and Kung Fu Panda.

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Apprentices must train for years under master guides and don't just learn to spot and track animals from the comfort and safety of their vehicles.

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In the long run, though, it seems the train has reduced the pollution formerly caused by cars and trucks and reduced the number of animals killed by vehicles driving through the park.

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And animals still periodically blockade the track, leaving the driver little choice but to stop the train, get out and chase them off with a big stick.

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