I was sad to hear that one of the most threatened species in the world is the tiger. A concerted effort has been made in recent years to maintain their populations and stop them from going extinct, but they are still very threatened. However, some countries have created preserves where tigers can flourish without human interference. I was happy to learn that in nations like India and Nepal, tiger numbers have risen thanks in large part to these reserves.
Read on to learn more about these amazing creatures.
Check out these super cool facts about tigers!
A group of tigers is called an ambush. Sneaky cats!
You can hear a tiger’s roar over a mile away!
Tigers can weigh up to 600 pounds!
Each tiger has its own unique pattern of stripes that aren't just in their fur but their skin as well.
They usually have over 100 stripes to help them blend in with long grass.
Tigers enjoy cooling down in the water on hot days and are excellent swimmers. My cat Libby must be just a bit tiger because she likes a bath too.
We know of five tiger subspecies. They are the Bengal tiger, South China tiger, Indochinese tiger, Sumatran tiger, and Amur tiger (often called a Siberian tiger). It's sad to know that the Caspian, Bali, and Javan subspecies of tigers are all extinct.
Tigers only eat meat which is usually large animals like deer, wild hogs, antelope, and buffalo and they can eat up to 8,000 pounds of meat in a single year.
Tigers hunt alone, usually at night.
They can run up to 40 miles per hour!
The length of a tiger's claws can reach up to 4.7 inches. Yikes!
The white markings behind a tiger's ears are thought to help tiger babies in following their moms through the shaded forest. Baby tigers are so cute.
A tiger in captivity can live for up to 20 years. Tigers in the wild live about 10 to 15 years.
You can have fun celebrating National Tiger day in many different ways. Visit your nearby zoo to find out more about these mighty animals. It's a fantastic opportunity to get up close and personal with tigers and express your support for their conservation because many zoos feature special exhibitions or events on this day.
Giving to a conservation group that works to safeguard tigers and their habitats is another way to celebrate. Your contribution can help prevent the extinction of these beautiful animals. To raise funds and awareness for tiger conservation, you can also plan a community event like a fundraiser or awareness campaign.
