Lǎohǔ (Tiger)

Panthera tigris

Endangered ↑

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

20 years

Length

3.0 m

Weight

220.0 kg

Population

4.5K

Trend

↑ Increasing

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地球上最大的野生猫科动物，体重可超过300千克，栖息于从俄罗斯远东到东南亚的森林中。独居埋伏捕食者，具有独特的橙色和黑色条纹皮毛，在斑驳光线中提供伪装。由于偷猎和森林砍伐，野外种群减少至不足4,000只，被列为极危（CR）物种。

Fun Facts

✨ No two tigers have the same stripe pattern.
✨ Tigers are excellent swimmers.
✨ A tiger's canines can grow up to 10 cm long.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Neotropic and Oceanian realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌲 Forest 🪴 Shrubland 💧 Wetlands (Inland)

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore

Lǎohǔ is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Estimated Population

4.5K

Population Trend

↑ Increasing

Full Taxonomy

Species

Panthera tigris (Lǎohǔ)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Lǎohǔ

Spanish Tigre

French Tigre

German Tiger

Russian Tigr

Hindi Baagh

Vietnamese con hổ

Indonesian Harimau

Thai S̄eụ̄x krong

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lǎohǔ?

The scientific name of Lǎohǔ is Panthera tigris. It belongs to the genus Panthera.

What is the conservation status of Lǎohǔ?

Lǎohǔ (Panthera tigris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is increasing.

Where does Lǎohǔ live?

Lǎohǔ is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does Lǎohǔ belong to?

Lǎohǔ (Panthera tigris) belongs to the genus Panthera, which is part of the taxonomic family Felidae.

What does Lǎohǔ eat?

Lǎohǔ is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Lǎohǔ live?

Lǎohǔ has an average lifespan of approximately 20 years in the wild.

How many Lǎohǔ are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Lǎohǔ (Panthera tigris) is approximately 4,500 individuals.

Is Lǎohǔ endangered?

Yes, Lǎohǔ (Panthera tigris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.