By Neha Yadav
Published Jul 29, 2024

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

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International Tiger Day: 4 interesting facts about world's largest cats

Every year, July 29 is observed as International Tiger Day to raise awareness about tiger conservation and the threats these animals face such as habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict.

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Tigers were declared an 'endangered' species in 1986 by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

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Tiger Day was established in 2010 during the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit dedicated to tiger conservation.

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Here are some interesting facts on tigers and their captivating photos to mark International Tiger Day 2024. 

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According to an updated analysis of the 2022 tiger census, India is home to more than 3600 tigers which is 75% of the world's tiger population.

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Tigers are the largest cats in the world. The biggest subspecies is the Siberian tiger which can weigh around 300 kg.

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Tigers are excellent swimmers and have been recorded to swim up to seven miles in a single day. They love being around water.

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Less than 100 years ago, this animal roamed across Asia. Today, their habitat has reduced to just 7% of what it was before, making them 'endangered'.

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