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What is the primary reason tigers prefer to hunt large prey?
What is the primary reason tigers prefer to hunt large prey?
Which statement accurately describes the hunting behavior of tigers?
Which statement accurately describes the hunting behavior of tigers?
If a tiger successfully hunts a large animal, approximately how often might it need to hunt again?
If a tiger successfully hunts a large animal, approximately how often might it need to hunt again?
What is a characteristic of a tiger's diet that applies across all subspecies?
What is a characteristic of a tiger's diet that applies across all subspecies?
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Which of the following is a primary difference in hunting strategy between Sumatran and Siberian tigers, based on their environments?
Which of the following is a primary difference in hunting strategy between Sumatran and Siberian tigers, based on their environments?
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What does the term 'endangered' signify when describing tiger subspecies?
What does the term 'endangered' signify when describing tiger subspecies?
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Besides meat, what other food sources might tigers consume if large prey is scarce?
Besides meat, what other food sources might tigers consume if large prey is scarce?
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What is the maximum recorded running speed of a tiger when chasing prey?
What is the maximum recorded running speed of a tiger when chasing prey?
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Which of the following best describes the social behavior of tigers regarding food sharing?
Which of the following best describes the social behavior of tigers regarding food sharing?
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What is a common misconception about tigers based on the provided text?
What is a common misconception about tigers based on the provided text?
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Study Notes
Tigers: Characteristics and Diet
- Tigers are the largest members of the cat family, and all subspecies are endangered.
- Tigers can weigh over 500 pounds.
- They are carnivores, hunting large prey for maximum energy gain.
- Prey includes any animal killed for food by another animal.
- Tigers typically hunt alone but share food with their family.
Tiger Hunting Strategies
- Hunting is often solitary and involves ambushing prey.
- Tigers can jump exceptionally high and run up to 50 mph briefly.
- They can consume up to 90 pounds of meat at a time, depending on hunting frequency.
Tiger Diet: A Broad Spectrum
- Tigers are not picky eaters, preferring large prey but consuming a wide variety of available animals.
- Include Boars, Wild Pigs, Bears, Buffalo, Wild Cattle, Deer, Antelopes, Young Elephants, Moose, Goats, and more.
- Smaller prey like Lizards, Crabs, Toads, Birds, Fish, Termites, and Berries are also part of their diet when large prey is scarce.
Subspecies Dietary Variations
- Different subspecies of tiger have slightly varying diets based on their habitat.
Siberian Tiger
- Primarily feed on wild boar, elk, deer, lynx, bears, rabbits, fish, and rodents.
Bengal or White Tiger
- Primarily feed on monkeys, wild cattle, deer, birds, wild pigs, and buffalo.
Sumatran Tiger
- Primarily feed on ground animals like deer but also eat monkeys, fish, and birds, when possible.
Malayan Tiger
- Primarily feed on wild boar, baby elephants, and bears, but have a varied diet.
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Explore the fascinating world of tigers, the largest members of the cat family. This quiz delves into their characteristics, hunting strategies, and diverse diet. Learn about the prey they hunt and their behaviors in the wild.
