i like Tigers,   is the largest cat species
Tigers are gorgeous! Do they live predominantly in India, do you know?
don't really know. they are  most recognizable for their pattern of dark vertical stripes on reddish-orange fur with a lighter underside.
I've never seen a live tiger - only on TV. What age do they typically live till?
The species is classified in the genus "Panthera" with the lion, leopard and jaguar,
Interesting. Is Panthera the same as panther. Panthers are also beautiful.
. This, coupled with the fact that it lives in some of the more densely populated places on Earth, has caused significant conflicts with humans.
The tiger is among the most recognisable and popular of the world's charismatic megafauna. It featured prominently in ancient mythology and folklore and continues to be depicted in modern films and literature, appearing on many flags, coats of arms and as mascots for sporting teams. The tiger is the national animal of India, Bangladesh, Malaysia and South Korea.
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The tiger ("Panthera tigris") is the largest species among the Felidae and classified in the genus "Panthera". It is most recognisable for its dark vertical stripes on reddish-orange fur with a lighter underside. It is an apex predator, primarily preying on ungulates such as deer and wild boar. It is territorial and generally a solitary but social predator, requiring large contiguous areas of habitat, which support its requirements for prey and rearing of its offspring. Tiger cubs stay with their mother for about