The Bengal tiger (or Panthera tigris tigris) is native to India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and Western China. It can live in all kinds of environments, including grassland, forests and mangroves, and will hunt large prey such as cloven-hoofed animals like goats, deer and cows (collectively known as ungulates). The Bengal tiger can be identified by its bright orange coat and brown or black stripes, along with a large head, muscular limbs and large teeth.
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Animal Facts
Tigers have the largest teeth of any cat species, with canines up to 90mm in length.
Bengal tigers enjoy swimming and are very good swimmers.
Mangrove forest workers have started wearing masks on the back of their heads to deter tigers from attacking them, as Bengal tigers only attack from behind and believe they are being watched when masks are worn.
The urine of tigers smells like buttered popcorn due to containing the same aroma compound.