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International Tiger Day: 5 Interesting Facts About The Magnificent Animal - In Pics
On July 29 every year, International Tiger Day or Global Tiger Day is celebrated. As the name suggests, the idea is to raise awareness about the majestic big cat which unfortunately is categorized as an "endangered" species. On this Tiger Day, let's check out some interesting facts and amazing pictures of the tiger by National Geographic.
Updated:Jul 29, 2023, 09:56 AM IST
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International Tiger's Day 2023
India not only houses the maximum number of tigers in the wild - an impressive count of 3167 tigers - in the last four years, it saw an increase of around 200 tigers, marking a significant milestone in global tiger conservation. On International Tiger's Day 2023, let's check out five captivating facts about the majestic tigers and amazing shots provided by National Geographic.
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Tigers Are Master Of Stealth
Tigers are masters of stealth. They stalk their prey with muted steps. When they are close enough, they go for the kill!
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Tiger Population In India During Independence
Right after Indian independence, the tiger population was estimated to be around 40,000, according to National Geographic.
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India Houses Most Of World's Tigers
Around three-fourths of the world’s total tiger population in the wild is found in India.
(Pic Credit: National Geographic)
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India's Current Tiger Population
The current tiger count as per the results of the All India Tiger Estimation (AITE) done in 2022 is 3,167.
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An Impressive Tiger Count
A target set for 2022 in Saint Petersburg for doubling the tiger population was achieved by India four years ahead of schedule in 2018!
(Pic Credit: National Geographic)
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