today our focus is on tigers. very magestic animals
tiger size compares to a 6ft tall man.
TIGER FACTS:
tigers are the largest cats in the world. Tigers are indigenous to most parts of Asia and some parts of southern Europe (mainly Russia and Siberia). Tigers weigh between the ranges of 720pounds to 300pounds.
there are four (4) major sub-species of Tigers and they include
- Siberian Tiger (Amur Tiger): this is the largest sub-species of tigers and also the largest living cats in the world. They can weigh up to 720pounds in weight, they are generally about 5ft in height and can run at speed of 43mph. Siberian Tigers are mainly found in the Southern Russia, Siberia and Amur region of northern China.
- Bengal Tiger: this is the most popular sub-species of Tigers in the world, they are the second largest tigers existing. They weigh around 575pounds. They are primarily found in India but can also be found in Pakistan and Indonesia.
- South Chinese Tiger: this particular subspecies of tigers are found in China, Mongolia and their neighboring countries. They usually weigh up to 450pounds at Maximum weight.
- Sumatran Tiger: is the smallest sub-species of Tigers as they weigh around 320pounds and are only 2.5ft tall.
Tigers mainly feed on Wild Boars, Deer, Bears and Dogs. (Bengal Tigers are known for taking down large prey such as Guar, Buffalo and Indian Rhinoceros).
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