Siberian Tigers – Big Cats Wild Dcumentary video, Discover the lord of the jungle in Asia….
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The Siberian tiger (or Amur) is the largest cat in the world.
Population range
They mainly live in the birch forests of eastern Russia, although some exist in China and Korea. Although their northern climate is much harsher than that of other tiger species, these animals have a number of advantages. The northern forests have the lowest human density of any tiger habitat, and the most complete ecosystem. Large forests also allow tigers more room to roam, as Russia’s timber industry is currently less developed than in many other countries.
Threat to survival
Tigers are the largest of the wild cats and are renowned for their strength and strength. There used to be nine subspecies of tigers, but three became extinct in the 20th century. Over the past hundred years, hunting and deforestation have dramatically reduced the overall tiger population. Tigers are hunted for trophies and the body parts are used in traditional Chinese medicine. All six remaining tiger subspecies are endangered, and many protection programs are underway. Poaching has reduced – but still greatly – the threat to Siberian tigers.
Hunting
Tigers are solitary and aggressively mark large territories to keep away from their rivals. They are powerful hunters who travel many miles in search of prey, such as elk and wild boar, hunting at night. Tigers use their special coats for camouflage (no two have exactly the same stripes) and hunt by stealth. They lie in wait and wriggle close enough to strike their victims with a quick split and a fatal pounce. A hungry tiger can eat up to 60 pounds in one night, although they usually eat less.
Despite their fearsome reputation, most tigers avoid humans; however, a few become dangerous maneuvers. These animals are often sick and unable to hunt normally, or live in areas where their traditional prey has disappeared.
Reproduction
Females give birth to litters of two to six, which they raise without the help of males. The chicks cannot hunt until they are 18 months old and stay with their mother for two to three years, when they disperse to find their own territory.
