Physical Characteristic
How are Tiger stripes like human fingerprints?
It is because no two tigers have the same stripe pattern like no two humans have the same finger print.
Do Tigers live in a group or by theirselves?
Tigers do not usually live in groups.
How many cubs does a tiger usually have at one time.
They usually have 2 to 3. They can have up to 7.
Who lives longer? Tigers or Lions?
Tigers tend to live longer than lions.
Tigers can live up to 25 years.
Lions typically live 10-15 years.
How far away can you hear a tiger roar?
The long distance that you can hear a tigers roar is 3 KM away.
They are excellent jumpers because Tiger have shorter front leg.
Do Tigers like to swim?
Tigers love to swim. They have webbed feet so that can swim.
At birth how much do cubs usually weigh?
They weigh about 2.2 pounds.
Who is bigger? A Tiger or a Lion?
Tigers are typically bigger. They are longer and heavier. They can grow up to 10-12 feet and weigh up to 660 pounds.
Is the largest tiger zoo habitat bigger then the smallest wild habitat?
No, the smallest wild habitat is actually 700 times bigger then the the biggest zoo habitat.
Why are Tiger's night vision 6 times better and a human's?
Tigers are nocturnal and they have to be able to distinguish between shapes. They do not have to see color. Their eyes are specialized to see shapes good and color not as good.
How do Tigers learn to hunt?
How often does a female Tiger have a litter of cubs?
Tigers usually have cubs every 2 years.
Who has the loudest roar? Tiger or Lion?
Lions have a louder roar. It can reach up to 5 miles, while Tigers only reach up to 2.
Where does the word Tiger come from?
The word Tiger comes from the Greek word "Tigris".
Why do Tigers canine teeth get so big?
Tiger's canine teeth have to be big enough to kill their prey. Their canine teeth can grow up to 4 inches long.
Why will a Tiger roar?
They roar when challenging other tigers, defending food, and protecting their territory.
Can a baby tiger live on its own right after birth?
No, tiger cubs are born small, helpless with their eyes closed.
Who is more endangered? Lions or Tigers?
Tigers are more endangered than Lions.
There are only about 4,000 wild Tigers.
There are up to 23,000-39,000 wild Lions.
How many countries are Tigers currently found in? (not in zoos)
Tigers are currently found in 10 countries. These countries are: Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Russia and Thailand.
Why do Tigers have stripes?
Tigers have stripes as a form of camouflage. The stripes make them look smaller and blend into the grass or trees. This is very beneficial for successful hunting.
What do you call a group of Tigers?
A group of Tigers is called an "ambush" or a "streak".
A streak refers to a mother and her offspring while an "Ambush" is a group of adult tigers.
How many cubs survive the first year of life?
Up to half of the tigers cub survive the first year.
Who is more dangerous? Tigers or Lions?
Tigers are considered more dangerous than Lions. They are solitary animals. They are very large and have excellent hunting techniques.
Are more Tigers found in zoos or in the wild?
There are more Tigers found in American Zoos than in the wild.