what are tigers?

what are tigers?

A tiger, also known as Felis tigers is a very big and carnivorous feline (cat) mammal. They belong to the Felidae family (also meaning cat).

Tiger Habitat

Tiger's habitat is dependant on two basic factors. Firstly, it should provide good cover for stalking and secondly, it should have a good abundance of prey. Due to this, the tigers' domain covers almost every corner of India. It is found in the lower Himalayan mountainous regions of the northern states of Uttar Pradesh and Uttaranchal. Although not as easy to sight due to the dense forests or the north eastern region, it's presence can definitely be felt from the alarmed calls of the rest of the animals.

How tall is a tiger?
The tiger reach a shoulder height between 70-110 cm, depending of the subspecies.

How long do tigers live for?
Tigers live about eight to ten years in the wild, but they can live up to twenty two years in captivity.
Lions and tigers can live 20 years or more, but most don't make it past 12.