SUMATRAN TIGER
Sumatran
tiger ( Panthera tigris sumatrae ) is one of six subspecies of tigers that
still survive to this day and is included in the classification of critically
endangered species ( critically endangered ) in the red list of threatened
species released IUCN World Conservation Society. Recent genetic testing has
revealed the genetic markers unique , indicating that this subspecies may
evolve into separate species , if managed sustainably. Sumatran tigers are the
smallest tiger subspecies .
The
Sumatran tiger has the darkest color among all other tiger subspecies , the
black pattern width and the distance is sometimes tightly attached . Male
Sumatran tigers have an average length of 92 inches from head to tail , or
about 250 cm long from head to toe with a weight of 300 pounds, or about 140 kg
, while higher than adult males can reach 60 cm . Females have an average
length of 78 inches or 198 cm tall and weighs about 200 pounds, or about 91 kg
. Sumatran tiger stripes are thinner than other tiger subspecies . Sumatran
tiger skin color is the darkest of all tigers , ranging from reddish yellow to
dark orange . This subspecies also had more beard and mane than other
subspecies , especially the male tiger .
Its
small size makes it easier to explore the jungle . There is a membrane in
between her fingers that made them able to swim fast . Tigers are known to
drive hoofed prey into the water , especially if the prey animal is a slow
swimmer.
Sumatran
is a tiger subspecies native habitat on the island of Sumatra. Wild population
is estimated between 400-500 , mainly living in national parks in Sumatra. Destruction
of habitat is the greatest threat to the population today . Logging still takes
place even in the supposedly protected national parks.
The
male Sumatran tiger’s fur changes color to dark green when giving birth.
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