Bengal tiger

From WikiMD's medical encyclopedia

(Redirected from Bengal Tiger)

Bengal Tiger

The Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) is one of the tiger subspecies native to the Indian subcontinent. It is the national animal of both India and Bangladesh. Bengal tigers are the most numerous of tiger subspecies, however, they are listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List due to various threats such as poaching and habitat loss.

Description

Bengal tigers are known for their distinctive coat, which is typically a warm orange color with a white underbelly and black stripes. The pattern of stripes is unique to each individual. They are the largest members of the cat family and one of the biggest carnivores on land.

Habitat and Distribution

Bengal tigers are predominantly found in India, with smaller populations in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan. They inhabit a variety of habitats including grasslands, subtropical and tropical rainforests, scrub forests, wet and dry deciduous forests, and mangroves.

Behavior and Diet

Bengal tigers are solitary animals, with males and females coming together only for mating. They are primarily nocturnal and have a territory which they mark with their scent. Their diet mainly consists of large ungulates such as deer, buffalo, and wild boar.

Conservation

Despite being the most numerous tiger subspecies, Bengal tigers face numerous threats. Habitat destruction, human-wildlife conflict, and particularly poaching for their fur and body parts are major threats. Conservation efforts are being made by various organizations and governments to protect this iconic species.

See Also


This endangered species related article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it. 


   This article is a felid-related stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it!



Bengal_tiger

  • Adult male Royal Bengal tiger

  • Tiger phylogenetic relationships

  • Bandhavgarh National Park

  • Bengal Tiger looking at us in Jim Corbett National Park

  • David Raju tiger 2665

  • T-57 on his way in Ranthambore

  • Sundarban Tiger

  • A mother and cub

Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Transform your life with W8MD's budget GLP-1 injections from $125.

W8mdlogo.png
W8MD weight loss doctors team

W8MD offers a medical weight loss program to lose weight in Philadelphia. Our physician-supervised medical weight loss provides:

NYC weight loss doctor appointments

Start your NYC weight loss journey today at our NYC medical weight loss and Philadelphia medical weight loss clinics.

Linkedin_Shiny_Icon Facebook_Shiny_Icon YouTube_icon_(2011-2013) Google plus


Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates

Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Retrieved from "https://wikimd.org/w/index.php?title=Bengal_tiger&oldid=6348846"

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD