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Siberian Tiger. Image courtesy of Hollingsworth, John and Karen Source US. Fish and Wildlife Service

Tigers are considered to be one of the most fascinating creatures out there in the world.

There is a great deal of information to learn about them so get ready to explore some wonderful tiger facts. They will help you to gain more insight about the lives and even the future for these animals.

1. Every single tiger in the world has their own distinct pattern of stripes. 
This is one of the easiest ways to tell them apart from each other. These stripes are used to help the tiger to hide in their natural environment though so they can sneak up on their prey.

2. They largest of the tiger species is the Siberian Tiger.

3. There are 6 species of tigers left in the world and 3 more are known to be extinct.

The remaining 6 species of tigers are all classified as endangered species.

4. All species of tigers are extremely territorial.

5. Tigers are loners.

They are loners with the exception of when they are courting, mating, or raising their offspring.

6. Tigers are like arrows.

The word tiger means arrow and the name came to be due to the comparison between the speed of the animal and an arrow.

7. Tigers are 2 million years old.

The oldest fossil remains of tigers are believed to be about 2 million years old. They were found in various areas of China.

8. Bengal Tigers are seriously endangered.

There are believed to be less than 2,000 Bengal tigers left in the world.

9. Tiger mix.

There are some types of hybrid tigers out there. Most of them have been breed in captivity rather than engaging in this on their own in the wild. What is known as the liger is a cross between a lion and a tiger. A tigon is a cross of a female lion and a male tiger. Most of the time the males of these two hybrids are sterile but the females can breed successfully. The creation of such hybrids is still very common in zoos throughout China.

10. White tigers are result of a genetic mutation.

White tigers are extremely rare in the wild. Both parents must have a mutated gene in order for this coloring to occur. They are often bred for this coloring in zoos but the result is a great deal of inbreeding. This is why white tigers are more likely to develop severe health problems as well as physical deformities than other types of tigers.

11. The Maltese Tiger

The Maltese tiger which features a black and blue coloring isn’t found in the wild. They are genetically engineered in zoos and other locations. Many people mistake these types of tigers for panthers due to their coloring.

12. Tigers are not easy to catch.

It may surprise you that these calculated hunters only make the kill in 1 out of every 20 attempts.

13. Tigers are great swimmers.

Tigers are excellent swimmers and are often found during the day relaxing in ponds, streams, and rivers. They seek out water to swim in where most others of the cat family will avoid it.

14. Tigers are human killers

Tigers have killed more humans than any other cat in the world.

15. Some Tigers are famous.

Tigger from the Winnie the Pooh series is one of the most well recognized tigers in the world. Millions of dollars are made annually from the sales of toys, games, and shows featuring this character.

16. Tigers are very popular.

The tiger was recently named the favorite animal of people through a poll conducted by Animal Planet. The dog was the animal closest to this top ranking.

17. Tigers size depend on their habitat

Tigers in the North are larger than those in the South based on their range of habitat and the size of the prey they have available to them. By the same token tigers in the North have lighter coloring than those living in the South.

18. A tiger can leap forward up to 33 feet at a time.

19. Tigers walk on their toes.

20. Tigers have retractable claws.

Siberian (or Amur) tigers are the world's largest cats. They live primarily in eastern Russia's birch forests, though some exist in China and North Korea. There are an estimated 400 to 500 Siberian tigers living in the wild, and recent studies suggest that these numbers are stable. Though their northern climate is far harsher than those of other tigers, these animals have some advantages. Northern forests offer the lowest human density of any tiger habitat, and the most complete ecosystem. The vast woodlands also allow tigers far more room to roam, as Russia's timber industry is currently less extensive than that of many other countries.

Tigers are the largest of all wild cats and are renowned for their power and strength. There were once eight tiger subspecies, but three became extinct during the 20th century. Over the last hundred years, hunting and forest destruction have reduced overall tiger populations from hundreds of thousands to perhaps 3,000 to 5,000. Tigers are hunted as trophies and also for body parts that are used in traditional Chinese medicine. All five remaining tiger subspecies are endangered, and many protection programs are in place. Poaching is a reduced—but still very significant—threat to Siberian tigers.

Tigers live alone and aggressively scent-mark large territories to keep their rivals away. They are powerful hunters that travel many miles to find prey, such as elk and wild boar, on nocturnal hunts. Tigers use their distinctive coats as camouflage (no two have exactly the same stripes) and hunt by stealth. They lie in wait and creep close enough to attack their victims with a quick spring and a fatal pounce. A hungry tiger can eat as much as 60 pounds (27 kilograms) in one night, though they usually eat less.

Despite their fearsome reputation, most tigers avoid humans; however, a few do become dangerous maneaters. These animals are often sick and unable to hunt normally, or live in areas where their traditional prey has vanished.

Females give birth to litters of two to six cubs, which they raise with little or no help from the male. Cubs cannot hunt until they are 18 months old, and remain with their mothers for two to three years, when they disperse to find their own territory.

 

Description of Tigers
The Tiger is described as a large carnivorous feline mammal (Panthera tigris) of the feline, Felidae family. Tigers have a tawny coat with transverse black stripes.

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Understanding Scientific names of animals
The scientists who study animals (zoology) are called zoologists. Each animal that is studied is classified, that is, split into descriptive groups starting with main groups ( vertebrates and invertebrates ) the Families of animals are also included such as Ursidae ( the family of bears) and the families are then split into species such as Ursus americanus (American Black Bear)

Species of Tigers
There are five different species of Tigers - White Tigers are not a separate species:
  • Siberian (Panthera tigris altaica)
  • Indochinese (Panthera tigris corbetti)
  • South China (Panthera tigris amoyensis)
  • Bengal (Panthera tigris tigris)
  • Sumatran (Panthera tigris sumatrae)

Facts about where Tigers live and what they eat!
Tigers are native to Asia
The common habitat are deciduous and tropical rainforests. Grassy or swamp areas
The diet of Tigers consist of small and large game including wild deer, cattle and pigs
 

Basic Facts about Tigers

The name of a male is referred to simply as a tiger
The name of a female is referred to as a she-tiger
The name or offspring, or a baby Tiger, is a cub
The average size of a litter is two
The sound made by a Tiger is referred to as a growl

Facts about the Size of Siberian Tigers ( the biggest)
Fully grown they reach the length of 13 feet
An adult male weighs up to 700 lb


Cool and Fun Facts about the life, behavior and personality of Tigers
  • Solitary animals
  • Territorial animals
  •  It is estimated the world population of tigers is less than 8,000

White Tigers

What does that word mean??
Some fascinating information & facts about the words that are often used to describe animals! Read the facts and information and decide how Tigers should be described!
  • What is a Mammal?

    • A Mammal is a warm blooded, vertebrate mammal. Warm blooded means that their temperature remains the same although their surroundings might change. This explains why they have a covering of hair on their skin. A mammal has milk-producing mammary glands for nourishing their young

  • What is a Vertebrate?
    • A Vertebrate is an animal that has a backbone which consists of ring-like bones, called vertebrae, that protect the soft spinal cord
  • What is an Invertebrate?
    • An Invertebrate animal does not have a backbone. They are also cold-blooded which means their body temperature changes according to the environment environment
  • What is a Carnivore?
    • A Carnivore is an animal which eats mainly meat
  • What is a Herbivore?
    • A Herbivore is an animal which eats mainly plants and grass 
  • What is an Omnivore?
    • An Omnivore is an animal which eats both meat and plants
  • What is an Amphibian?
    • An Amphibian is an animal spend part of its life under water (breathing with gills) and the remainder on land (breathing with lungs)

Some fascinating information & facts about the words that are often used to describe animals! Read the information and and facts then decide how a Tiger should be described!


Endangered Species
Wild life experts consider that Tigers are an endangered species. The Bali, Javan, and Caspian tigers have been lost forever and are now extinct. An endangered species is one that is in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range. The Causes of a species of animal becoming endangered are due to Habitat Destruction such as the rainforest, introduction of exotic species, disease, water pollution, global warming and over exploitation of natural resources. As people are made aware of the facts about endangered species, initiatives such as Recycling are increasing in popularity. Endangered Species Organizations are dedicated to saving and preserving the world's most endangered wildlife. Interesting facts about Endangered Species..
 


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