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Tigers are nocturnal so have excellent sight and vision. They have sharp claws for tearing their prey apart and their striped coat helps them blend in the jungle with the filtered sunlight.

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After a century of decline, tiger numbers are on the rise. About 4,500 tigers remain in the wild, but much more work is needed to protect this species that’s still vulnerable to extinction.

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That tigers only have one main meal a week.

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The can run up to 60km an hour

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20 Amazing Facts About Tiger You Never Knew

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08 Mar, 2018

Tigers are often looked as being one of the most beautiful yet ferocious animals and perhaps this is a sole driving factor that makes them even more interesting creatures. But sadly, they have come to a verge of being categorized as endangered, thanks to the human sloppiness and prudence. As a wildlife lover with keen interest on large cats, I enjoy visiting wildlife sanctuaries but the question remains, how well do I or we know about this exotic animal? We're often clouded by many misconceptions with other large cat species, but hopefully, you'll learn something about them through this blog where I've listed some facts about tigers. Spoiler alert - you would be knowing some of the facts already but what the hell!

1. Tigers are the largest amongst other wild cats

You probably knew this that Royal Bengal Tigers are the largest amongst other wild cats but did you also know that the male Tigers weigh up to 300 kilograms. Jezz! That's like weighing a group of six average human. All they have to do is sit on top of you licking their paws, you'd be dead instantly.

2. A punch from a Tiger may kill you

Leaving aside Tigers enormous body size, just look at their front-hands/legs, if you have a pet Tiger and a brutal enemy, you might as well send them for a fist fight. Kidding, you cannot have a pet tiger, it illegal! It is said that one swipe from a Tiger's front hand is enough to kill a person or an animal, or at least break one's bones.

3. Tigers are nocturnal animals

It is not necessarily true that all Tigers are nocturnal but yes, they do prefer engaging in most of their hunting activities at night. The reason behind this is that Tigers prefer avoiding human conflict during daylight and also patrol around their territory at night.

4. Tiger cubs are born blind and only half of the cubs survive

The saddest part is that Tiger cubs are born blind and only a few survive. Literally, the newborn cubs can't see anything, they only follow the scent of their mother. Since they are born blind and can't keep up, most of them die of hunger or cold. Some even get eaten by male Tigers to make the Tigress available for mating. That's just insane!

5. Tigers love to swim and play in the water

Unlike the domestic cats, its larger version enjoy spending time in the water and they love to swim for hours. Since cubs, female Tigers encourage or help learn the art of hunting, they even have the ability to kill in the water. And as adults, it is said that they can swim for several kilometres and even have reported one to swim for 30 km in just a day.

6. Tigers live for about 25 years

The life expectancy of Tigers is between 20-25 years whether they are kept in captivity or in the wild. However, most die before the age of 20, like for instance, the death of a nineteen-year-old Machli in Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan, India. The oldest living Tiger so far was 25-year-old Flavel, a circus-rescued, sheltered in a zoo in Tampa, Florida.

7. A group of Tigers are called an ambush or streak

The Tigers are forced into unnatural situations where they are to share or stay-put under certain areas in a man-made environment, that's when they are called as ambush or streak, even a Tigress with their cubs is called an ambush.

8. Tigers can mate with other big cats

Tigers can also mates with other big cats, for example, if a male Tiger mates with female Lion, the hybrid born animal is known as Tigon. They are the largest cat species and can grow bigger than Liger which is a mix breed of male Lion and female Tiger. The height of a Liger is about 4.5 feet while on all four legs and about 6 feet tall when standing.

Note: You can find Tigons in at least nine countries that include USA, Czech Republic, China, Iran, Russia, India, UAE and Argentina. Cross breeding of tigers are banned in Taiwan.

9. Tigers have antiseptic saliva

Perhaps, a good side of Tigers is that they have antiseptic saliva, so whenever you get a bruise and want to disinfect them, visit the doctor Tiger, just kidding! Usually what they do is, they tend to lick the area in order to prevent any infection.

10. Tigers can sprint at over 60 kilometre/hour

Not the fastest runner in the animal kingdom but the fact that Tigers have very strong legs makes them sprint more or less than 60 kilometres per hour, but it is only possible for short distances.

11. Tiger stripes are also found on their skin

Most of you may not know this but, most of the cat species have stripes on their fur as well as on their skin. It is actually true that similar to human fingerprints, the unique pattern of stripes on Tigers acts like their identity. Even if you shave off the fur of Tigers or house cats, you would still see the stripes.

Note: Do not try this at home with domestic pets.

12. Tigers rarely roar and are humble towards their group

I know, by generous, you must be like, what? But just so you know, Tigers are one of the most humble species unlike Lions (no offence). Often it is seen in the wildlife that the male Tigers allow the female and cubs to eat first.

13. Tigers urine smells like buttered popcorn

Here's an interesting fact, the smell that emits from Tigers urine smells like buttered popcorn, don't get tempted because it also signifies a warning sign to the intruders in their territory.

14. Tigers prefer to hunt by ambush

Photo: https://goo.gl/YvbGSQ

One of the most common knowledge to any wildlife lovers, wild animals enjoy a surprise kill but not as much as Tigers. Due to their stripe camouflage, they hide behind thick bushes and attack their victim from behind. It is also said that Tigers are less likely to attack when we see them, in fact, most of the villages in India wear a face mask on the back of their head just to trick the Tigers.

15. Tigers are solitary creatures

Photo: https://goo.gl/Uei1WU

It is true, Tigers are considered as solitary animals. Unlike the sights of multiple tigers kept in one cage in the zoos, you are less likely to spot the same age group of tigers roaming together in the wild. Tigers like to stay alone, they are often observed taking a leisure walk all by themselves or perhaps building his strategies for his next meal (LOL).

16. Tigers have diverse diet

Photo: https://goo.gl/d9CHxq

The Tigers have a varied diet and can feast on anything that comes its way, be it, a wild boar, deer/antelope, rodent, bear, bird, rhino, crocodile, buffalo and even their own group of cats like leopards. They even eat fish!

17. Tigers can imitate the call of other animals

Tigers imitate the call of other animals! I had that same expression and it aroused me to dig deeper and found a positive answer, they certainly can. Hunting by mimicry is an added advantage to animals; it has been said that Tigers make a 'pook' sound similar to that of sambhar that draws these innocent animals into the trap and get ambushed.

18. Tigers do not normally view humans as a prey

Photo: https://goo.gl/4cF5KE

Tigers tend to attack humans only when they feel threatened unless you look delicious (humour). But on a serious note, we cannot deny that fact, there have been reports on Tigers killing people in rural places, so it is best to stay away from their territory. If you come across such situations, it is best to walk backwards, constantly eyeing the Tiger, as mentioned earlier, as they mostly kill in ambush.

19. A Tiger's penis does not erect even when aroused

Photo: https://goo.gl/pYrgjV

Apparently, a Tiger's penis doesn't erect even when aroused and there is a logical reason behind it as an internal extra-skeletal baculum or a penis bone does all the work. It is present in all mammals and primates, drifting at the end of the penis. Baculum results best in sexual procreation, resulting in great advantages to the male by locking the process mid-sex and preventing a female to mate with others before his sperm completely gets absorbed. You must have seen such instances between dogs, think!

20. Tigers cannot purr

Photo: https://goo.gl/fkKMf1

There have been many debates if Tigers can purr, but there are some instances that mention Tigers do purr (occasionally) but this is probably done just for argument sake. Although, Tigers do make other loud noises (not purring). However, other wild cats like Cheetahs and Jaguars can purr but only when they exhale, but if it is an actual purr or something else, the question still remains?

Note: In order to show content or calmness, these species tend to close their eyes (even domestic cats) showing their comfort level and a safe feeling.

Here to the 20 facts about Tigers you just read, did it give you something to talk with your friends later? I hope it did. These creatures are simply beautiful and super cuddly as cubs but I'd prefer to wave at them from my safari jeeps. Despite all the tiger fact talks, why do we need to save these giant cats you ask? Well, look back and think again. Let us read how can we save the Tigers from poaching and hunting.

Where do we stand today in safeguarding Tigers?

Tigers are one of the most beautiful animals in the world, no wonder it is considered the national animal of India. Its black and orange stripes put these solitary animals apart from the rest of the species. Just for the record, India has around 70 percent of the tiger population in the whole world (standing ovation please). Slowly but gradually, we can see a remarkable difference in wildlife ever since killing and selling of tigers skin was banned. In fact, back in 2016, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) declared the tiger population in India to have risen dramatically. Today, amongst the eight, we are surrounded by only five subspecies of tigers like Siberian, Sumatran, the Great Bengal, South China and Indochinese; the extinct three species are Javan, Bali, and Caspian.

How can we start to save the Wildlife and Tigers?

What an individual can do to protect the tigers is perhaps by spreading the word, the Tigers are constantly under threat due to copious infrastructures. Although there have been restrictions in certain areas that are dedicated to wildlife, there have been constant reports on tigers wandering in the rural villages. One can always be a responsible tourist by maintaining silence and not disturbing the animals. And also, try to reduce using natural resources from forests like paper and help in forest conservation. Phew! So much to learn and so much to talk about animal rights but if you keep reading our blogs, we'll make sure you get more interesting wildlife topics to read about.

NOTE: This blog post is scribbled by Abhishek Gurung.

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08 Mar, 2018

Tigers are often looked as being one of the most beautiful yet ferocious animals and perhaps this is a sole driving factor that makes them even more interesting creatures. But sadly, they have come to a verge of being categorized as endangered, thanks to the human sloppiness and prudence. As a wildlife lover with keen interest on large cats, I enjoy visiting wildlife sanctuaries but the question remains, how well do I or we know about this exotic animal? We're often clouded by many misconceptions with other large cat species, but hopefully, you'll learn something about them through this blog where I've listed some facts about tigers. Spoiler alert - you would be knowing some of the facts already but what the hell!

1. Tigers are the largest amongst other wild cats

You probably knew this that Royal Bengal Tigers are the largest amongst other wild cats but did you also know that the male Tigers weigh up to 300 kilograms. Jezz! That's like weighing a group of six average human. All they have to do is sit on top of you licking their paws, you'd be dead instantly.

2. A punch from a Tiger may kill you

Leaving aside Tigers enormous body size, just look at their front-hands/legs, if you have a pet Tiger and a brutal enemy, you might as well send them for a fist fight. Kidding, you cannot have a pet tiger, it illegal! It is said that one swipe from a Tiger's front hand is enough to kill a person or an animal, or at least break one's bones.

3. Tigers are nocturnal animals

It is not necessarily true that all Tigers are nocturnal but yes, they do prefer engaging in most of their hunting activities at night. The reason behind this is that Tigers prefer avoiding human conflict during daylight and also patrol around their territory at night.

4. Tiger cubs are born blind and only half of the cubs survive

The saddest part is that Tiger cubs are born blind and only a few survive. Literally, the newborn cubs can't see anything, they only follow the scent of their mother. Since they are born blind and can't keep up, most of them die of hunger or cold. Some even get eaten by male Tigers to make the Tigress available for mating. That's just insane!

5. Tigers love to swim and play in the water

Unlike the domestic cats, its larger version enjoy spending time in the water and they love to swim for hours. Since cubs, female Tigers encourage or help learn the art of hunting, they even have the ability to kill in the water. And as adults, it is said that they can swim for several kilometres and even have reported one to swim for 30 km in just a day.

6. Tigers live for about 25 years

The life expectancy of Tigers is between 20-25 years whether they are kept in captivity or in the wild. However, most die before the age of 20, like for instance, the death of a nineteen-year-old Machli in Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan, India. The oldest living Tiger so far was 25-year-old Flavel, a circus-rescued, sheltered in a zoo in Tampa, Florida.

7. A group of Tigers are called an ambush or streak

The Tigers are forced into unnatural situations where they are to share or stay-put under certain areas in a man-made environment, that's when they are called as ambush or streak, even a Tigress with their cubs is called an ambush.

8. Tigers can mate with other big cats

Tigers can also mates with other big cats, for example, if a male Tiger mates with female Lion, the hybrid born animal is known as Tigon. They are the largest cat species and can grow bigger than Liger which is a mix breed of male Lion and female Tiger. The height of a Liger is about 4.5 feet while on all four legs and about 6 feet tall when standing.

Note: You can find Tigons in at least nine countries that include USA, Czech Republic, China, Iran, Russia, India, UAE and Argentina. Cross breeding of tigers are banned in Taiwan.

9. Tigers have antiseptic saliva

Perhaps, a good side of Tigers is that they have antiseptic saliva, so whenever you get a bruise and want to disinfect them, visit the doctor Tiger, just kidding! Usually what they do is, they tend to lick the area in order to prevent any infection.

10. Tigers can sprint at over 60 kilometre/hour

Not the fastest runner in the animal kingdom but the fact that Tigers have very strong legs makes them sprint more or less than 60 kilometres per hour, but it is only possible for short distances.

11. Tiger stripes are also found on their skin

Most of you may not know this but, most of the cat species have stripes on their fur as well as on their skin. It is actually true that similar to human fingerprints, the unique pattern of stripes on Tigers acts like their identity. Even if you shave off the fur of Tigers or house cats, you would still see the stripes.

Note: Do not try this at home with domestic pets.

12. Tigers rarely roar and are humble towards their group

I know, by generous, you must be like, what? But just so you know, Tigers are one of the most humble species unlike Lions (no offence). Often it is seen in the wildlife that the male Tigers allow the female and cubs to eat first.

13. Tigers urine smells like buttered popcorn

Here's an interesting fact, the smell that emits from Tigers urine smells like buttered popcorn, don't get tempted because it also signifies a warning sign to the intruders in their territory.

14. Tigers prefer to hunt by ambush

Photo: https://goo.gl/YvbGSQ

One of the most common knowledge to any wildlife lovers, wild animals enjoy a surprise kill but not as much as Tigers. Due to their stripe camouflage, they hide behind thick bushes and attack their victim from behind. It is also said that Tigers are less likely to attack when we see them, in fact, most of the villages in India wear a face mask on the back of their head just to trick the Tigers.

15. Tigers are solitary creatures

Photo: https://goo.gl/Uei1WU

It is true, Tigers are considered as solitary animals. Unlike the sights of multiple tigers kept in one cage in the zoos, you are less likely to spot the same age group of tigers roaming together in the wild. Tigers like to stay alone, they are often observed taking a leisure walk all by themselves or perhaps building his strategies for his next meal (LOL).

16. Tigers have diverse diet

Photo: https://goo.gl/d9CHxq

The Tigers have a varied diet and can feast on anything that comes its way, be it, a wild boar, deer/antelope, rodent, bear, bird, rhino, crocodile, buffalo and even their own group of cats like leopards. They even eat fish!

17. Tigers can imitate the call of other animals

Tigers imitate the call of other animals! I had that same expression and it aroused me to dig deeper and found a positive answer, they certainly can. Hunting by mimicry is an added advantage to animals; it has been said that Tigers make a 'pook' sound similar to that of sambhar that draws these innocent animals into the trap and get ambushed.

18. Tigers do not normally view humans as a prey

Photo: https://goo.gl/4cF5KE

Tigers tend to attack humans only when they feel threatened unless you look delicious (humour). But on a serious note, we cannot deny that fact, there have been reports on Tigers killing people in rural places, so it is best to stay away from their territory. If you come across such situations, it is best to walk backwards, constantly eyeing the Tiger, as mentioned earlier, as they mostly kill in ambush.

19. A Tiger's penis does not erect even when aroused

Photo: https://goo.gl/pYrgjV

Apparently, a Tiger's penis doesn't erect even when aroused and there is a logical reason behind it as an internal extra-skeletal baculum or a penis bone does all the work. It is present in all mammals and primates, drifting at the end of the penis. Baculum results best in sexual procreation, resulting in great advantages to the male by locking the process mid-sex and preventing a female to mate with others before his sperm completely gets absorbed. You must have seen such instances between dogs, think!

20. Tigers cannot purr

Photo: https://goo.gl/fkKMf1

There have been many debates if Tigers can purr, but there are some instances that mention Tigers do purr (occasionally) but this is probably done just for argument sake. Although, Tigers do make other loud noises (not purring). However, other wild cats like Cheetahs and Jaguars can purr but only when they exhale, but if it is an actual purr or something else, the question still remains?

Note: In order to show content or calmness, these species tend to close their eyes (even domestic cats) showing their comfort level and a safe feeling.

Here to the 20 facts about Tigers you just read, did it give you something to talk with your friends later? I hope it did. These creatures are simply beautiful and super cuddly as cubs but I'd prefer to wave at them from my safari jeeps. Despite all the tiger fact talks, why do we need to save these giant cats you ask? Well, look back and think again. Let us read how can we save the Tigers from poaching and hunting.

Where do we stand today in safeguarding Tigers?

Tigers are one of the most beautiful animals in the world, no wonder it is considered the national animal of India. Its black and orange stripes put these solitary animals apart from the rest of the species. Just for the record, India has around 70 percent of the tiger population in the whole world (standing ovation please). Slowly but gradually, we can see a remarkable difference in wildlife ever since killing and selling of tigers skin was banned. In fact, back in 2016, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) declared the tiger population in India to have risen dramatically. Today, amongst the eight, we are surrounded by only five subspecies of tigers like Siberian, Sumatran, the Great Bengal, South China and Indochinese; the extinct three species are Javan, Bali, and Caspian.

How can we start to save the Wildlife and Tigers?

What an individual can do to protect the tigers is perhaps by spreading the word, the Tigers are constantly under threat due to copious infrastructures. Although there have been restrictions in certain areas that are dedicated to wildlife, there have been constant reports on tigers wandering in the rural villages. One can always be a responsible tourist by maintaining silence and not disturbing the animals. And also, try to reduce using natural resources from forests like paper and help in forest conservation. Phew! So much to learn and so much to talk about animal rights but if you keep reading our blogs, we'll make sure you get more interesting wildlife topics to read about.

NOTE: This blog post is scribbled by Abhishek Gurung.

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Only half of the cubs survive because tiger cubs are born blind.

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80 to 110cm

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Tigers are carnivorous, which means they can eat what they want including fish,crocodiles and fowls!

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Tigers are carnivorous, which means they can eat what they want including fish,crocodiles and fowls!

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Did you know that Asia has the most tigers in the country?

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Did you know that you can buy a tiger but you can’t have it in your house?

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There isn’t an exact number but around 100 their stripes are like fingerprints but for tigers!

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There life spam is 8-10 years in the wild!

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There life spam is 8-10 years in the wild!

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TIGERS

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Amazingly from head to toe tigers can be 10 ft long .

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They mainly travel on their own but sometimes they travel with their tigresses and cubs

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Termites to elephant calves

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Did you know the oldest tiger is 25years and 10 months??

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Did you know the oldest tiger is 25years and 10 months??

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They are bigger and stronger

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tiger, ( Panthera tigris), largest member of the cat family ( Felidae), rivaled only by the lion ( Panthera leo) in strength and ferocity; it is a famous apex predator (meaning without a natural predator or enemy). The tiger is endangered throughout its range, which stretches from the Russian Far East through parts of North Korea, China, India, and Southeast Asia to the Indonesian island of Sumatra. The Siberian, or Amur, tiger ( P. tigris altaica) is the largest, measuring up to 4 metres (13 feet) in total length and weighing up to 300 kg (660 pounds). The Indian, or Bengal, tiger ( P. tigris tigris) is the most numerous and accounts for about half of the total tiger population. Males are larger than females and may attain a shoulder height of about 1 metre and a length of about 2.2 metres, excluding a tail of about 1 metre; weight is 160-230 kg (350-500 pounds), and tigers from the south are smaller than those of the north.

The Indo-Chinese ( P. tigris corbetti), and Sumatran ( P. tigris sumatrae) tigers are bright reddish tan, beautifully marked with dark, almost black, vertical stripes. The underparts, the inner sides of the limbs, the cheeks, and a large spot over each eye are whitish. The rare Siberian tiger has longer, softer, and paler fur. White tigers, not all of them true albinos, have occurred from time to time, almost all of them in India ( see also albinism). Black tigers have been reported less frequently from the dense forests of Myanmar (Burma), Bangladesh, and eastern India. The tiger has no mane, but in old males the hair on the cheeks is rather long and spreading. Although most classifications separate the species into six subspecies, some merge subspecies or suggest that two tiger species exist, P. tigris on the mainland of Asia and P. sondaica of Java, Bali, and Sumatra.

Natural history

The tiger has adapted to a great variety of environments, from the Siberian taiga, where nights can be as cold as −40 °C (−40 °F), to the mangrove swamps of the Sundarbans, where the temperatures reach more than 40 °C (104 °F). Tigers haunt the ruins of buildings such as courts and temples and are at home in habitats ranging from dry grassland to rainforest. Grasslands, mixed grassland-forests, and deciduous rather than densely canopied forests support maximum population densities, as these habitats maintain the highest number of prey species. Having evolved in the temperate and subtropical forests of eastern Asia, the tiger is less tolerant of heat than other large cats, which may explain why it is an adept swimmer that appears to enjoy bathing. Under stress it may climb trees.

The tiger usually hunts by night and preys on a variety of animals, but it prefers fairly large prey such as deer ( sambar, chital, and swamp deer) and wild pigs. A special liking for porcupines, despite the danger of injury from their quills, is an exception. Healthy large mammals are generally avoided, although there have been recorded instances of the tiger's having attacked elephants and adult water buffalo. Cattle are occasionally taken from human habitations, and some tigers can thrive on domestic livestock. After making a kill and consuming what it can, it makes a deliberate attempt to hide the carcass from vultures and other scavengers so that another meal can be obtained. Tigers are not averse to commandeering a kill from other tigers or leopards, and they sometimes eat carrion. Skill in killing and obtaining prey is only partly instinctive, maternal training being essential for proficiency. For this reason, tigers raised in captivity would not fare well if released into the wild. As the top predator throughout its range, the tiger plays a major role in controlling not only its prey population but that of other predators such as the leopard, dhole (Asiatic wild dog), and clouded leopard. No trait of the tiger has fascinated humans more than man eating. A number of reasons account for this-disability caused by age or injury, paucity of prey, acquisition of the habit from the mother, or defense of cubs or kill. With the reduction in the number of tigers, the occurrence of man-eating tigers has become rare except in the Sundarbans, the northeast Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, and neighbouring Nepal in and around Royal Chitwan National Park.

As solitary animals, tigers (especially males) establish and maintain their own territories, the size and nature of which vary with the number and distribution of prey, the presence of other tigers in the area, the nature of the terrain, the availability of water, and individual characteristics. Spacing between individuals and maintenance of territories are achieved through vocalization, scrapings on the ground, claw marking of trees, fecal deposits, scent deposited by the rubbing of facial glands, and spraying of urine mixed with scent secreted from the anal glands. The solitary nature of the species also helps minimize territorial conflict. Nonetheless, confrontations do occur, sometimes resulting in injury and even death.

The readiness of a tigress to mate is announced through vocalization and scent production. There is no fixed breeding season, though the preponderance of mating appears to occur in winter, with striped cubs being born after a gestation period of more than three months. The normal litter size is two to four, though up to seven cubs have been recorded. They are born blind, and, even when their eyes open, opacity prevents clear vision for six to eight weeks. There is thus a long period of weaning, tutelage, and training during which cub mortality is high, especially if food is scarce. During this time the offspring must endure long periods of absence by the mother while she is away hunting. Weaker cubs get less food because of the aggressiveness of their stronger siblings as food is less frequently made available. The cubs remain with the mother until about the second year, when they are nearly adult and are able to kill prey for themselves. Male cubs grow more quickly than females and tend to leave their mother earlier. Though cub infanticide (mainly by males) is known, it is not very unusual to find a male with a tigress and cubs, even sharing a kill. Such associations, however, do not last long. The tigress does not breed again until her cubs are independent. The average life span of a tiger in the wild is about 11 years.

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Tiger, largest member of the cat family (Felidae), rivaled only by the lion in strength and ferocity. Males are larger than females and may attain a shoulder height of about 1 meter (about 3 feet) and a length of about 2.2 meters, excluding a tail of about 1 meter; weight is 160-230 kg (350-500 pounds).

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Two to four cubs at a time on average

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How many cubs can tigers have at a time 

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How many cubs can tigers have at a time 

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Two or four

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TIGERS

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8-10 years (in the wild)

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20 Amazing Facts About Tiger You Never Knew

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Latest Travel & Tourism News from Ranthambore National Park

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08 Mar, 2018

Tigers are often looked as being one of the most beautiful yet ferocious animals and perhaps this is a sole driving factor that makes them even more interesting creatures. But sadly, they have come to a verge of being categorized as endangered, thanks to the human sloppiness and prudence. As a wildlife lover with keen interest on large cats, I enjoy visiting wildlife sanctuaries but the question remains, how well do I or we know about this exotic animal? We're often clouded by many misconceptions with other large cat species, but hopefully, you'll learn something about them through this blog where I've listed some facts about tigers. Spoiler alert - you would be knowing some of the facts already but what the hell!

1. Tigers are the largest amongst other wild cats

You probably knew this that Royal Bengal Tigers are the largest amongst other wild cats but did you also know that the male Tigers weigh up to 300 kilograms. Jezz! That's like weighing a group of six average human. All they have to do is sit on top of you licking their paws, you'd be dead instantly.

2. A punch from a Tiger may kill you

Leaving aside Tigers enormous body size, just look at their front-hands/legs, if you have a pet Tiger and a brutal enemy, you might as well send them for a fist fight. Kidding, you cannot have a pet tiger, it illegal! It is said that one swipe from a Tiger's front hand is enough to kill a person or an animal, or at least break one's bones.

3. Tigers are nocturnal animals

It is not necessarily true that all Tigers are nocturnal but yes, they do prefer engaging in most of their hunting activities at night. The reason behind this is that Tigers prefer avoiding human conflict during daylight and also patrol around their territory at night.

4. Tiger cubs are born blind and only half of the cubs survive

The saddest part is that Tiger cubs are born blind and only a few survive. Literally, the newborn cubs can't see anything, they only follow the scent of their mother. Since they are born blind and can't keep up, most of them die of hunger or cold. Some even get eaten by male Tigers to make the Tigress available for mating. That's just insane!

5. Tigers love to swim and play in the water

Unlike the domestic cats, its larger version enjoy spending time in the water and they love to swim for hours. Since cubs, female Tigers encourage or help learn the art of hunting, they even have the ability to kill in the water. And as adults, it is said that they can swim for several kilometres and even have reported one to swim for 30 km in just a day.

6. Tigers live for about 25 years

The life expectancy of Tigers is between 20-25 years whether they are kept in captivity or in the wild. However, most die before the age of 20, like for instance, the death of a nineteen-year-old Machli in Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan, India. The oldest living Tiger so far was 25-year-old Flavel, a circus-rescued, sheltered in a zoo in Tampa, Florida.

7. A group of Tigers are called an ambush or streak

The Tigers are forced into unnatural situations where they are to share or stay-put under certain areas in a man-made environment, that's when they are called as ambush or streak, even a Tigress with their cubs is called an ambush.

8. Tigers can mate with other big cats

Tigers can also mates with other big cats, for example, if a male Tiger mates with female Lion, the hybrid born animal is known as Tigon. They are the largest cat species and can grow bigger than Liger which is a mix breed of male Lion and female Tiger. The height of a Liger is about 4.5 feet while on all four legs and about 6 feet tall when standing.

Note: You can find Tigons in at least nine countries that include USA, Czech Republic, China, Iran, Russia, India, UAE and Argentina. Cross breeding of tigers are banned in Taiwan.

9. Tigers have antiseptic saliva

Perhaps, a good side of Tigers is that they have antiseptic saliva, so whenever you get a bruise and want to disinfect them, visit the doctor Tiger, just kidding! Usually what they do is, they tend to lick the area in order to prevent any infection.

10. Tigers can sprint at over 60 kilometre/hour

Not the fastest runner in the animal kingdom but the fact that Tigers have very strong legs makes them sprint more or less than 60 kilometres per hour, but it is only possible for short distances.

11. Tiger stripes are also found on their skin

Most of you may not know this but, most of the cat species have stripes on their fur as well as on their skin. It is actually true that similar to human fingerprints, the unique pattern of stripes on Tigers acts like their identity. Even if you shave off the fur of Tigers or house cats, you would still see the stripes.

Note: Do not try this at home with domestic pets.

12. Tigers rarely roar and are humble towards their group

I know, by generous, you must be like, what? But just so you know, Tigers are one of the most humble species unlike Lions (no offence). Often it is seen in the wildlife that the male Tigers allow the female and cubs to eat first.

13. Tigers urine smells like buttered popcorn

Here's an interesting fact, the smell that emits from Tigers urine smells like buttered popcorn, don't get tempted because it also signifies a warning sign to the intruders in their territory.

14. Tigers prefer to hunt by ambush

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One of the most common knowledge to any wildlife lovers, wild animals enjoy a surprise kill but not as much as Tigers. Due to their stripe camouflage, they hide behind thick bushes and attack their victim from behind. It is also said that Tigers are less likely to attack when we see them, in fact, most of the villages in India wear a face mask on the back of their head just to trick the Tigers.

15. Tigers are solitary creatures

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It is true, Tigers are considered as solitary animals. Unlike the sights of multiple tigers kept in one cage in the zoos, you are less likely to spot the same age group of tigers roaming together in the wild. Tigers like to stay alone, they are often observed taking a leisure walk all by themselves or perhaps building his strategies for his next meal (LOL).

16. Tigers have diverse diet

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The Tigers have a varied diet and can feast on anything that comes its way, be it, a wild boar, deer/antelope, rodent, bear, bird, rhino, crocodile, buffalo and even their own group of cats like leopards. They even eat fish!

17. Tigers can imitate the call of other animals

Tigers imitate the call of other animals! I had that same expression and it aroused me to dig deeper and found a positive answer, they certainly can. Hunting by mimicry is an added advantage to animals; it has been said that Tigers make a 'pook' sound similar to that of sambhar that draws these innocent animals into the trap and get ambushed.

18. Tigers do not normally view humans as a prey

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Tigers tend to attack humans only when they feel threatened unless you look delicious (humour). But on a serious note, we cannot deny that fact, there have been reports on Tigers killing people in rural places, so it is best to stay away from their territory. If you come across such situations, it is best to walk backwards, constantly eyeing the Tiger, as mentioned earlier, as they mostly kill in ambush.

19. A Tiger's penis does not erect even when aroused

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Apparently, a Tiger's penis doesn't erect even when aroused and there is a logical reason behind it as an internal extra-skeletal baculum or a penis bone does all the work. It is present in all mammals and primates, drifting at the end of the penis. Baculum results best in sexual procreation, resulting in great advantages to the male by locking the process mid-sex and preventing a female to mate with others before his sperm completely gets absorbed. You must have seen such instances between dogs, think!

20. Tigers cannot purr

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There have been many debates if Tigers can purr, but there are some instances that mention Tigers do purr (occasionally) but this is probably done just for argument sake. Although, Tigers do make other loud noises (not purring). However, other wild cats like Cheetahs and Jaguars can purr but only when they exhale, but if it is an actual purr or something else, the question still remains?

Note: In order to show content or calmness, these species tend to close their eyes (even domestic cats) showing their comfort level and a safe feeling.

Here to the 20 facts about Tigers you just read, did it give you something to talk with your friends later? I hope it did. These creatures are simply beautiful and super cuddly as cubs but I'd prefer to wave at them from my safari jeeps. Despite all the tiger fact talks, why do we need to save these giant cats you ask? Well, look back and think again. Let us read how can we save the Tigers from poaching and hunting.

Where do we stand today in safeguarding Tigers?

Tigers are one of the most beautiful animals in the world, no wonder it is considered the national animal of India. Its black and orange stripes put these solitary animals apart from the rest of the species. Just for the record, India has around 70 percent of the tiger population in the whole world (standing ovation please). Slowly but gradually, we can see a remarkable difference in wildlife ever since killing and selling of tigers skin was banned. In fact, back in 2016, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) declared the tiger population in India to have risen dramatically. Today, amongst the eight, we are surrounded by only five subspecies of tigers like Siberian, Sumatran, the Great Bengal, South China and Indochinese; the extinct three species are Javan, Bali, and Caspian.

How can we start to save the Wildlife and Tigers?

What an individual can do to protect the tigers is perhaps by spreading the word, the Tigers are constantly under threat due to copious infrastructures. Although there have been restrictions in certain areas that are dedicated to wildlife, there have been constant reports on tigers wandering in the rural villages. One can always be a responsible tourist by maintaining silence and not disturbing the animals. And also, try to reduce using natural resources from forests like paper and help in forest conservation. Phew! So much to learn and so much to talk about animal rights but if you keep reading our blogs, we'll make sure you get more interesting wildlife topics to read about.

NOTE: This blog post is scribbled by Abhishek Gurung.

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20 Amazing Facts About Tiger You Never Knew

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08 Mar, 2018 Tigers are often looked as being one of the most beautiful yet ferocious animals and perhaps this is a sole driving factor that makes them even more interesting creatures. But sadly, they have come to a verge of being categorized as endangered, thanks to the human sloppiness and prudence.

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Northwestern China.

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Tigers habitat is rain forest, grassland and savannas.

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Tigers habitat is rain forest, grassland and savannas.

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Only half of clubs survive and the other have were born blind.

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Only half of clubs survive and the other have were born blind.

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What Do Tigers Really Eat for Tea in the Wild

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They mostly like deer and wild boar as well as lots of other animals

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What Do Tigers Really Eat for Tea in the Wild

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The average weight of a tiger is about 700 lbs. They consume about an average of 35-110 pounds of meat at a given time.

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Did you know that female adult tiger weighs 65-170kgs and for a male adult tiger they weigh 90-310kg

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Did you know that female adult tiger weighs 65-170kgs and for a male adult tiger they weigh 90-310kg

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In the 1900s there was tigers in Britain but became extinct due to the lack of habitat.

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1.75lb

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You’d think they’d eat as soon as possible, but they don’t. They protect their kill and the take it to a hidden place to feed on it.

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How many babies can a tiger have at once?

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How many babies can a tiger have at once?

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A tiger can have as many as four cubs (babies) at once. They usually have them at about the age of three to four!

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Did you know that only 50% of the cubs that are born don’t survive?

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Did you know that only 50% of the cubs that are born don’t survive?

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15 years in the wild and 20 in captivity

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Tigers live in rainforests, grasslands, savannas, and even swamps!m

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Tigers live in rainforests, grasslands, savannas, and even swamps!m

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Did you know there are 4500 tigers in the world

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Did you know there are 4500 tigers in the world

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Tigers are orange because of a chemical called pheomelanin

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Did you know that tigers can grow up to 660 pounds and 10 feet tall!!!!

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Did you know that tigers can grow up to 660 pounds and 10 feet tall!!!!

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How many white tigers are left in the world?

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How many white tigers are left in the world?

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Only 200 are left in the whole world!

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49-65 km/h

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Did you know that tigers are the biggest of big cats?

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Did you know that tigers are the biggest of big cats?

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Tigers were originally discovered in 1758 in the Eastern Anatolia Region.

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How many different species of tigers are there?

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How many different species of tigers are there?

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There are 6 different species of tigers

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49-65

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Yes thanks to humans people have been hunting them and they are now on the decrease.

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Tigers are a very closely related to lions, jaguars and leopards!

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Did you know there are more tigers captivated in the US then still alive in the world.

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Did you know there are more tigers captivated in the US then still alive in the world.

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After a century of decline, tiger numbers are on the rise. About 4,500 tigers remain in the wild, but much more work is needed to protect this species that’s still vulnerable to extinction.

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Deer and wild boar it’s the favourite food

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They can jump 33 feet high with the highest jump

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Did you know that tigers have one main meal a week?

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Did you know that tigers have one main meal a week?

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How many different types of species are there of tigers?

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How many different types of species are there of tigers?

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There is 9 different types

Bali tiger
Bengal tiger
Siberian tiger
Sumatran tiger
Caspian tiger
Malayan tiger
Indochinese tiger
Javan tiger
South china tiger

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Orange with black stripes, unlike some striped animals a tigers skin is also striped

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Male tiger = 90-310kg

Female tiger = 65-170kg

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Tigers are the largest amongst other wild cats.

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Tigers are the largest amongst other wild cats.